Curacao Culture and History

Learn Papiamento

Spoken only in the Dutch ABC islands (Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao), Papiamento (or Papiamentu), is a combination of Dutch, Portuguese, Spanish and English (with a few French and Indian words thrown in as well).

Curacao Culture

Official website for Curacao's annual Culture, Cuisine and Heritage Experience, held Aug. 15-Nov. 15.

The Art of Nena Sanchez

Curacao artist Nena Sanchez is known for her bright tropical artwork, including original prints, postcards, mousepads, and more. Her beautiful gallery is located in the Blompot Shopping Center.

Museum Kura Hulanda

Part of the Kura Hulanda hotel complex in Willemstad, this museum focuses on the cultural history of Curacao from prehistory through the slave trade and more.

Curacao Carnival

Website for Curacao's annual Carnival, held each January and February and featuring traditional dancing, music, and parades.