Jamaica’s National Monument Devon House

One of the islands landmarks The Devon House Mansion is the dream-child of millionaire George Stiebel. Mr. Stiebel’s legacy lives on with the beautifully maintained Devon House, which was declared a national monument in 1990 by the Jamaica National Heritage Trust.

The architectural style of Devon House has been described as Jamaican-Georgian. The Georgian style came about in England when four Kings named George reigned successively. The Georgian style came about in England during the 18th century when four Kings named George reigned successively. The design shows a mixture of Creole and Georgian styles adapted to the tropical climate.

The Devon House Mansion was purchased in 1923 by Reginald Melhado, a successful entrepreneur. The Devon House Mansion was also transformed into a museum depicting 19th century Jamaican life including furniture and other artifacts. Being a prime heritage site, Devon House has become a ultimate location to host events.

The Devon House story developed steadily throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries, and today stands a fundamental element of our dynamic record of the past. Patrons to Devon House now enjoy daily tours of this historic mansion and a diverse blend of Jamaican products in the thirteen stores that make up the property’s commercial complex.

Devon House “I Scream” is the most popular store at Devon House. The Devon House I-Scream brand is popular on the island with many outlets all over. They make quality ice cream, similar to international brands, for example Haagen Dazs and Ben&Jerry’s, with 27 distinctive flavours such as guava, soursop, mango, Jamaican blue mountain coffee and Devon stout.

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