Residents and visitors still have time to experience the vibrant glow of the Emancipation Murals on Jn Baptiste Street in Castries, now illuminated nightly as part of the Cultural Development Foundation’s (CDF) observance of Emancipation Month.


The lighting of the murals was made possible through a collaborative effort between St. Lucia Electricity Services Limited (LUCELEC) and energy services company Energyze Holdings Inc (EHI). The project also included the relocation of an electrical pole to facilitate the installation.


Energyze General Manager David Leonce explained that the solar-powered LED lights installed above the murals are a sustainable and cost-effective solution.

CDF Cultural Producer, Drenia Frederick, emphasized the significance of the murals, noting their role in inspiring reflection, offering therapeu tic value, and enhancing the aesthetic of the city—especially for those arriving by sea.


Painted by artists Alwyn St. Omer and Naja Simeon, the Emancipation Murals were unveiled in August 2023. They serve as a visual narrative of Saint Lucia’s history and aspirations, bridging the past with the future