Antigua and Barbuda will pay solemn tribute to its founding father Sir Vere Cornwall Bird during a commemorative wreath-laying ceremony scheduled for Tuesday morning. The National Festivals Office has organized the annual event to honor the enduring legacy of the nation’s architectural visionary.
The ceremony will commence at 8:00 AM on December 9th at the prominent V.C. Bird Bust situated on Market Street. This strategically located monument serves as the traditional gathering point for official observances dedicated to the national hero.
Government representatives, cultural ambassadors, and citizens from across the twin-island nation are expected to assemble in unified tribute. The event underscores Bird’s monumental contributions to shaping both the political framework and social fabric of modern Antigua and Barbuda.
This annual observance forms an integral part of the nation’s calendar of official ceremonies, serving as a perpetual reminder of Bird’s pioneering role in steering the country toward independence and self-determination. The National Festivals Office has extended an open invitation to all residents to attend and witness this significant moment of national remembrance.