Culture of the Bahamas

Calypso and Rake 'n' Scrape singers and bands such as Baha Men have gained massive popularity in Japan, the United States and elsewhere.

[1] The first known Black author from the Bahamas was a John Boyd who wrote a book of poetry called "The Vision and Other Poems in Blank Verse," published in 1834.

Bahamians' religious enthusiasm and high regard for education are a consequence of their Puritan heritage, derived from the Eleutheran Adventurers.

[2] Storytelling and folklore played a large role in the traditional entertainment of Bahamian communities, particularly before the advent of modern television.

Traditional crafts include straw work on islands, creating beautiful hats and baskets.

Beautiful landscapes and the vibrant houses and peoples of the Bahamian archipelago have inspired many artists, both native and foreign.