Historic Facts
Bath Hotel
Did you know that the Bath Hotel in Nevis was built in 1778, and was the first resort hotel in the Caribbean? The water from the Bath Springs (located on the grounds of the hotel) is naturally heated to 107˚F by hot volcanic magma along a fault line running beneath the spring. The mineral content and temperature have remained consistent since it was first discovered and analyzed over 200 years ago. A bath in these waters is known to have curative powers.
Alexander Hamilton
Did you know that Alexander Hamilton, the First Secretary of the US Treasury, and one of the framers of the US Constitution, was born in Nevis on January 11, 1757? The place where he was born now houses the Museum of Nevis History and the Nevis House of Assembly. The face of Alexander Hamilton appears on the US$10 bill.
Cottle Church
Did you know that Cottle Church in Nevis was the first Anglican Church in the Caribbean built for all people, regardless of colour? The church was built in 1824 by Nevisian plantation owner Thomas Cottle where his family, and the family of his slaves could worship together.