People of Antigua & Barbuda
The population of Antigua is mainly made up of people of African descent though there are British, American, Portugese, Lebanese, and Syrian origin
people too residing here. In Berbuda, most of the people reside in the Codrington. The annual population growth here is about 1.3 per cent. Antiguans and generally warm and friendly, and possess the true Caribbean laid back style. However, most are hard working, holding two or more jobs.
Arts & Crafts
The Antiguans are known for their arts and crafts. Their folk pottery dates back to the early 18th century, when the slaves made cooking vessels from local clay. Today, beautiful pottery can be found in a number of places around Antigua, which are made from the clay collected from pits located nearby, and heated in an open fire under layers of green grass in the yards of the potters' houses. Apart from this, exhibitions are a common feature. Harmony Hall, in Brown's Bay at Nonsuch Bay, is the center of the Antiguan arts community. The exhibits keep changing throughout the year, with the highlights being the Antigua Artist's Exhibition and the Craft Fair, which are always held in November.
Culture
As Antigua has witnessed the settling down of
diverse ethnic races, its culture broth is made up of African, European, American and Middle Eastern ingredients.
