Learn about the importance of reefs and seagrass beds, and observe plant and animal life on our shores, inlands and in our ponds and swamps.
Besides history, a lot of attention is given to NATURE AND ENVIRONMENT in this part of our museum.
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Learn about the importance of reefs and seagrass beds, and observe plant and animal life on our shores, inlands and in our ponds and swamps. |
Fascinating is the information on St. Maarten`s GEOLOGY.
See the 3-dimensial map that shows how St.Maarten, St, Bartholomy and Anguilla
at one time were one island.
| Study the various rock formations and the places where they are found. |
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Last but not least, you come to the display depicting HURRICANE LUIS, the monster hurricane that hit on our island on September 5 1995. By reading the books and clippings, and watching the videos, you understand,
how much was destroyed, |
Do you want to know about our island? We can provide you with more information about our history, archaeology, nature, environment, culture and geology, stored in our REFERENCE LIBRARY. We have comfortable air conditioned seating arrangements for your reading pleasure.
