The Derek Walcott Library, housed at the Sir Arthur Lewis Community College, has achieved a prestigious milestone by being inscribed on the UNESCO Memory of the World Regional Register for Latin America and the Caribbean. This recognition was announced during the program’s annual regional meeting, held from November 10 to 13, 2025, in Lima and Cusco, Peru. Among 71 nominations from 15 countries, 29 were approved, with the Derek Walcott Library standing out as a significant addition. The UNESCO Memory of the World Programme aims to protect documentary heritage at risk of being forgotten, damaged, or lost. The inscription highlights the cultural, historical, and literary significance of Sir Derek Alton Walcott’s personal collection, offering an unparalleled glimpse into the mind and influences of the Nobel Laureate. The library features Walcott’s original bookshelves, works he authored, titles gifted by peers and collaborators, and a diverse array of materials reflecting his engagement with Caribbean literature, art, theatre, history, and global cultures. Donated to the College in 2020 by Sigrid Nama, the collection serves as a preserved record of Walcott’s creative world and the broader literary dialogues that shaped his legacy. Additionally, the Saint Lucia National Commission for UNESCO acknowledged Kathy Birch-McDiarmed, Head Librarian of the Hunter J. Francois Library and Vice President of the Memory of the World Committee for Latin America and the Caribbean, for her ongoing efforts to safeguard and promote documentary heritage across the region. The inscription underscores the importance of preserving the Derek Walcott Library as a vital repository of literary memory for the Caribbean and the world.