Old town Jacmel transported Katharine and I to another era in Haitian history. In the late 1800's the city was rebuilt after a massive fire, and the architecture of choice was imported from France, the iconic cast-iron pillars and balconies. You'll notice that Jacmel looks very similar to New Orleans, as there is much connection between the two places! Sugar production got Jacmel going as a major trading port, but it was the coffee bean production that really took Jacmel to another level. Many wealthy coffee merchants built their mansions in Jacmel, ornate and oozing with charm. Jacmel is the arts capital of Haiti. Jacmel is home to a film school called the Cine Institute, and every year hosts a celebrated film festival. Most of the vibrant hold mansions have been converted into artisan shops, filled with all sorts of fun items such as colorful paper mache masks, jewelry, baskets and other fun handicrafts! Katharine and I had so much fun wandering the old streets, imagining what life would have been like when it was bustling with action. For now, Jacmel is a bit of a sleepy tourist town, but livens up each year for carnival (similar to Mardi Gras in New Orleans!). Some of the attractions included the old church, an ornate french inspired market place (see the green roof market area in my pictures below), old abandoned mansions, the board walks, and the artisan area near Hotel Florita. If you are ever in Haiti, Jacmel is a must!! For more Haiti pictures: - Port-au-Prince - Timouillage Beach - A Little Haitian History
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Old town Jacmel transported Katharine and I to another era in Haitian history. In the late 1800's the city was rebuilt after a massive fire, and the architecture of choice was imported from France, the iconic cast-iron pillars and balconies. You'll notice that Jacmel looks very similar to New Orleans, as there is much connection between the two places! Sugar production got Jacmel going as a major trading port, but it was the coffee bean production that really took Jacmel to another level. Many wealthy coffee merchants built their mansions in Jacmel, ornate and oozing with charm. Jacmel is the arts capital of Haiti. Jacmel is home to a film school called the Cine Institute, and every year hosts a celebrated film festival. Most of the vibrant hold mansions have been converted into artisan shops, filled with all sorts of fun items such as colorful paper mache masks, jewelry, baskets and other fun handicrafts! Katharine and I had so much fun wandering the old streets, imagining what life would have been like when it was bustling with action. For now, Jacmel is a bit of a sleepy tourist town, but livens up each year for carnival (similar to Mardi Gras in New Orleans!). Some of the attractions included the old church, an ornate french inspired market place (see the green roof market area in my pictures below), old abandoned mansions, the board walks, and the artisan area near Hotel Florita. If you are ever in Haiti, Jacmel is a must!! For more Haiti pictures: - Port-au-Prince - Timouillage Beach - A Little Haitian History
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While architects report some progress, rebuilding challenges persist. Architecture for Humanity recently completed construction of Ecole la Dignité, a school in Jacmel. Read more about the project in an upcoming issue of Architectural Record. Dozens of housing prototypes are now on display at an expo outside of Port-au-Prince. Click on the slide show button to see images. Read more about the expo: Haiti: A Housing Expo Gone Bad Related Links:Haiti Dispatch: Ongoing Report on the Rebuilding Effort A Housing Expo Gone BadHaiti: Few Major Haiti Reconstruction Projects Have BegunIn Haiti, Emerging Signs of Progress Haiti Experiences Progress, Exasperation Two Years
Overview The massive destruction that wracked Haiti by 2008’s Hurricane Hanna (and devastating 2010 earthquake) inspired a deluge of volunteerism, and support from around the world. One of the ongoing positives to spring from those disasters is Artists for Peace and Justice (APJ). This nonprofit organization has committed its energies and resources to the development […]
Over the last 18 months, Trans_City architecture and urbanism, has developed a comprehensive plan for the reconstruction of Jacmel, Haiti based upon...
The beautiful oceanfront town of Jacmel in Haiti is known for its gorgeous French Colonial architecture and art. Once a bustling producer of coffee and sugar, today Jacmel is mostly known for its incredible vibrant art and cultural scene. I spent two days in Jacmel in February as part of my tour for #Bloggers4Haiti to learn about...
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Over the last 18 months, Trans_City architecture and urbanism, has developed a comprehensive plan for the reconstruction of Jacmel, Haiti based upon...
Visiter Jacmel dans le sud d'Haïti, tomber sous le charme et sentir son âme ! Jacmel est une ville où l'art domine et où l'architecture mérite le détour
Overview The massive destruction that wracked Haiti by 2008’s Hurricane Hanna (and devastating 2010 earthquake) inspired a deluge of volunteerism, and support from around the world. One of the ongoing positives to spring from those disasters is Artists for Peace and Justice (APJ). This nonprofit organization has committed its energies and resources to the development […]
