Some Fun Nevis Facts
St. Kitts and Nevis Motto: Country Above Self
The beautiful display of NEVIS CUSTOMS and NEVIS CULTURE can be seen anywhere on the isalnd, but are always celebrated through various annual festivals, events and activities. The Nevis Museums proudly preserve it’s history.
Great insightful Government and Nevis Information can be found at the Ministry of Culture from the Nevis and St. Kitts Government Website One of my FAVS 
The national Nevis flag: features green for it’s fertile lands, yellow for it’s year-round sunshine, black for the African heritage, and red for their struggle from slavery through colonialism to independence. It also displays two white stars on a black diagonal bar, symbols of hope and liberty.
The center of the Nevis coat of arms: is dominated by a shield at the base of which is a lighter in full sail. A red chevron is highlighted by two poinciana flowers. At the top of the shield is the head of a Carib, supported by the fleur-de-lis and a rose. These symbols represent the early inhabitants of the islands, and the influences of the French and English.
The Nevis national flower: is the poinciana or flamboyant, named after Monsieur de Poincy, the first French Governor of St. Kitts, who is said to have introduced it to the region. Its scientific name is Delonix Regia and it is said to have originated in Madagascar. The flamboyant is one of the most striking trees of the tropics, with its umbrella-shaped crown and its compound deciduous leaves, and red and yellow scalloped flowers followed by long, black seedpods. It blooms from May to August.
The national Nevis bird: is the brown pelican, Pelecanus Occidentalis. In its youth, it is brown on the head, neck and upper parts of the body, and mostly white below. As it matures, the majority of the body becomes dark brown while the upper part of the head turns white. During the postnuptial molt the adult’s neck turns white. The neck and head are not extended during flight. Brown pelicans are sometimes solitary feeders but may also be found in small flocks as they feed on schools of fish near the surface of the sea. They can be found throughout the West Indies and in the sub-tropic regions of the Americas. They nest in colonies along the coast in low trees and in bushes.
National Nevis Clothing:
St. Kitts and Nevis’ Official National Wear reflects the true “Caribbeaness” of its people. A combination of African and European influences which have shaped the history of St. Kitts and Nevis is evident in both the male and female outfits.
The wear is casual and comfortable in my mind. That’s why I love to visit. I love linen and get to get away with it at any time of the year on Nevis Island!
Women’s Wear
It was customary for African women to scrap their heads for protection. The main dress is off-white cotton, with a corset top and an ankle length, wide flare petticoat bottom. The beige cotton sleeves are short and puffed by using the drawstring. A short lap skirt made from crocus is worn over the main dress to protect it from dirt. The madras “Cane Soda Wrap”, which was used to cam soda while fertilizing sugar cane, is draped around the waist. The crocus drawstring bag was a safe nay for women to secure their mane).
Men’s Wear
A straw hat trimmed with madras offered protection from the hot day’s sun. The short sleeved, v-neck jack shirt trimmed with madras is made from off-white cotton. The design is similar to traditional shirts worn by African men. The beige cotton, ankle length pant is a reflection of the local fabrics that were commonly used during the colonial period.
You can view all of this fun information on the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis Website!
You can also READ ABOUT THE BIRTH OF NEVIS HERE!
ALSO… Check out this list of the Heritage and Historical Sites on Nevis
Becca Briley 
