Last Updated on March 27, 2026, 1:03 PM AST by Anthony Morris
Vaughn Anslyn, a well known artist form the twin island federation of St. Kitts and Nevis had the opportunity to exhibit “Afro-Caribbean”. The painting is currently being exhibited at the Afri-Caribbean Culture Centre in Abuja. From now onwards his piece will be permanently mounted in the Afri-Caribbean Culture Centre in Abuja, Africa.
The moment took place on March 24, 2026. It also helps in strengthening cultural and artistic connections between the Caribbean and Africa. Vaughn Anslyn is one of the outstanding visual artists of the St. Kitts and Nevis Federation.
Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Marine Resources and Creative Economy, Samal Duggins shared the information while appreciating the artist on his social media platform. On the platform he stated that last year they dreamt to see St. Kitts and Nevis art in Nigeria and this year the dream became true.
He mentioned that this moment is more than just an exhibition, it reflects the legacy of St. Kitts and Nevis on the motherland of our ancestors. He believed that this moment will help the Federation’s to expand their cultural reach and it also provides visibility to island creatives on the world stage.
Duggins also appreciated the efforts of Pierre Liburd, Director of Culture. Over time Liburd’s hard work and vision reflects the St. Kitts and Nevis community identity, creative excellence and depth of art and culture.
Minister of Creative Economy Samal Duggins also talked about last year’s efforts, and highlighted the cultural home approach taken by the Federation. Which provides a platform to share stories, voices and expression of the community. Moreover it also proves that island creatives are not just participating globally, but their work getting a rightful place on the world stage.
According to him now St. Kitts and Nevis is being seen, island culture is being felt, and island stories got a platform to share it boldly and unapologetically.
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