Greenwood Great House

In 1655 Hersey Barrett, an officer in the expedition commanded by Admiral Penn and General Venables, was sent by Cromwell's parliament to capture Hispaniola from the Spanish.

It proved to be too strongly held so they took the easier prize of Jamaica. Hersey Barrett was granted lands in Jamaica and settled on the island.

Greenwood Great House is a must-see historical gem.

Located in the hills of Montego Bay, this beautifully preserved 19th-century plantation home offers a glimpse into Jamaica’s colonial past.

Once owned by the family of the famous English poet Elizabeth Barrett Browning, Greenwood Great House is one of the best-preserved heritage homes in the Caribbean.

Visitors can tour its elegant rooms filled with original antique furniture, rare musical instruments and historical artifacts, all of which paint a vivid picture of Jamaica's history.

Built in the late 1700s, Greenwood Great House was part of a massive sugar estate owned by the Barrett family, one of Jamaica's wealthiest planter families.

Unlike many other great houses, Greenwood was spared from destruction during the slave uprisings of the 1830s, allowing its unique architecture and treasures to remain intact.

Today, it stands as a testament to the grandeur and complexity of Jamaica’s plantation era.

Visitors can explore the house’s fascinating collection, including rare maps, books and plantation records.

Visit Greenwood Great House for an authentic and educational journey through Jamaica’s cultural and historical landscape.