The Territory of the Virgin Islands is set to proudly commemorate 75 years since the restoration of its legislature, marking a significant milestone under the theme: Honouring the Past, Shaping the Future: The Virgin Islands 75 Year Journey Towards Self-Determination!

The celebrations, scheduled from Sunday 2, November to Sunday 23, November, will be officially launched with a National Church Service at St. George’s Episcopal – Anglican Church on Main Street, Road Town, Tortola, on 2nd November.

Honourable Corine George-Massicote, Speaker of the House of Assembly, invites the community to participate in a variety of commemorative events throughout the month. 

“We will start the celebrations with a National Church Service at the St. George’s Episcopal – Anglican Church on Main Street, Road Town, Tortola on the 2nd of November,” she said.   “Some of the other things to look out for are a Special Sitting; a Mock Sitting; Daily General Knowledge Quiz, and a Recognition Ceremony at the Eileene Parsons Auditorium on Friday 7th, November at 7:00 p.m. The grand finale will be a concert bringing the community together in celebration.”

Residents and interested parties are encouraged to tune in and follow the events live on the House of Assembly of the Virgin Islands Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/HOABVI/ and on the official YouTube channel @houseofassemblyvi2922 for the special series titled Know the House.

This milestone anniversary offers an opportunity to reflect on the Virgin Islands’ journey towards meaningful self-determination and legislative progress, honouring the past while shaping the future.