Government of Jamaica

About Us

Emancipation Park A Tribute To Our Freedom

Emancipation Park is more than just a recreational space — it is a national symbol of resilience, freedom, and pride. Opened on July 31, 2002, the Park was created to provide a peaceful and secure environment for Jamaicans and visitors to gather, reflect, and celebrate emancipation.

Our Mission & Values

Embracing Our Heritage

Emancipation meant that Jamaica's over 300,000 slaves were now free to choose what they wanted to do with their lives.

Promoting Wellness

We provide accessible wellness resources that nurture physical health, mental clarity, and spiritual growth for all who visit.

Building Community

We create inclusive spaces where people from all backgrounds can come together in peace, learning, and mutual respect.

We are proud of our works

Emancipation Park is a prime landmark and tourist attraction for many years to come.

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Events Held

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Daily Visitors

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Visitor Satisfaction

Our Team

Meet the dedicated team that keeps the Park thriving. Together, we work to make your Park experience safe, welcoming, and memorable. On any given day, visitors to the Park will see a cadre of the Park's personnel cleaning the grounds, water features and bathroom facilities. They are also willing to give visitors a mini-tour of the gardens while freely giving advice on the care of each plant.

What Our Visitors Are Saying

Visitor satisfaction is our major goal. See what our Visitors are saying about us.

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Relaxing and Vibrant Ambience

I like the statue very much. I like the lawns and the fact that children can enjoy this area makes it more enticing. I love the view of the Blue Mountains from here and they seem very appealing. I would recommend my friends to come here any day. In fact, the Park should be bigger.

Kiros Langston

United Kingdom

Absolutely Stunning

It is great. It's central and nice, especially in the evenings when the fountain is on. It is absolutely beautiful. Every week I come here to sit and enjoy the clean atmosphere.

Kerry-Ann Hepburn

Mountain View Resident