Eleuthera ICON Sign Unveiled on Majority Rule Day at Historic Cupid’s Cay
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Eleuthera ICON Sign Unveiled on Majority Rule Day at Historic Cupid’s Cay
ELEUTHERA, Bahamas (26 Jan. 2026) - A new landmark celebrating heritage, pride and place was unveiled on the island of Eleuthera on 10 January 2026, as the Eleuthera ICON sign was revealed at historic Cupid’s Cay in observance of Majority Rule Day.
The unveiling forms part of the national ICON Sign Initiative led by The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation (BMOTIA), which invites visitors to experience The Bahamas as a destination made up of 16 unique island experiences, each with its own story, culture and sense of place.
Located at Cupid’s Cay, where Bahamian parliamentary democracy began with the first Parliament meeting in 1746, and where the first United States Consulate General in The Bahamas was established in 1789, the setting reflects Eleuthera’s enduring connection to freedom, governance and nation-building.
The installation was designed by His Excellency Jamaal Rolle, The Bahamas Ambassador to UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization). Featuring Eleuthera’s iconic pineapple, the design reflects the island’s heritage and identity while offering visitors a memorable sense of place.
The Honourable I. Chester Cooper, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments & Aviation said the occasion held special meaning.
“On Majority Rule Day, we gather on the Isle of Freedom, at a place that represents the early foundations of Eleuthera’s story,” he said. “This sign gives visitors a way to connect with our history while creating a source of pride for the community.”
The Eleuthera unveiling follows similar installations in Exuma, Cat Island and Grand Bahama, with additional signs planned across other islands. Together, the ICON signs encourage visitors to explore The Islands of The Bahamas one destination at a time, discovering the stories, culture and communities that make each island distinct.
Set against the waters of Cupid’s Cay, the Eleuthera ICON sign offers visitors a natural pause to take in the view, capture the moment and connect with the island’s story.
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The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation
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