An overview of the historical development of fisheries on the Corn Islands, from early subsistence practices to the rise of commercial lobster fishing. Read the full article here: cornislandslibrary.org/2023/05/fisher…

Have you explored the Multimedia Section of our Virtual Library? Visit our Multimedia Section: cornislandslibrary.org/p/media.html You can also follow us on YouTube: youtube.com/@CornIslandsLi…

Today, Christians begin the Lenten season, preparing for Easter. On the Corn Islands, several traditions and beliefs inherited from our ancestors during this time of year continue to live on within the community. Read more about them here: cornislandslibrary.org/2026/02/corn-i…

The Corn Islands Virtual Library honours the memory of Mrs. Carla Rigby Downs, “Teacher Carla,” whose lifelong devotion to early childhood education shaped generations, and extends its heartfelt condolences to her family.

Visit our websites to explore a rich collection of books, articles, maps, exhibitions, and much more about the Corn Islands, Nicaragua. 📚 Virtual Library: cornislandslibrary.org 🏝️ Virtual Museum: cornislandsmuseum.org

Historically, the Corn Islands are divided into six neighbourhoods and various sectors. Read about the historical neighbourhoods of the islands and learn where they got their names from: cornislandslibrary.org/2023/03/neighb…

From preserving heritage and the performing arts to teaching, working in healthcare, participating in civil and political spaces, and sports, Corn Island women have long contributed to shaping the history of the islands, the Caribbean, and Nicaragua.

Discover the historical dates, commemorations, feasts, and holidays celebrated on Great Corn Island and Little Corn Island, Nicaragua: cornislandslibrary.org/p/dates.html

Visit our websites to explore a rich collection of books, articles, maps, exhibitions, and much more about the Corn Islands, Nicaragua. 📚 Virtual Library: cornislandslibrary.org 🏝️ Virtual Museum: cornislandsmuseum.org

62 years ago, on the night of the 25th of March 1964, Norco —a steamship passing between Great Corn Island and Little Corn Island— crashed into Sally Peachie's coral reef.

Holy Week and the beginning of Easter are a time of religious observance, as well as traditions that blend faith with local customs and beliefs. Read about the traditions on our islands during this time of year: cornislandslibrary.org/2025/04/corn-i…

Happy April! Today is Tom Fool’s Day, also known as April Fool’s Day in the English-speaking world. It’s common for people born on this day to be nicknamed “Tommie.” Read about this day in the Caribbean and on our islands: cornislandslibrary.org/2023/04/caribb…

Happy Corn Island Picnic Day! Read about this day here: cornislandslibrary.org/2023/04/corn-i…

68 years ago, on 8 April 1958, Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church was officially inaugurated on Great Corn Island, at Mosquito Point, also known as Padre Point, in Brig Bay. Read a historical briefing here: cornislandslibrary.org/2026/04/the-hi…

The Corn Islands’ local team is currently in Waspam, representing the islands in the 75th Nicaraguan Caribbean Baseball Series. Read about the islands' participation in the series: cornislandslibrary.org/2023/04/corn-i…

At Woula Point, Great Corn Island, four headless pirates gather each night, guarding a treasure no one has ever claimed. Some tried to steal it. Others challenged them to a game. None returned victorious. Think you would win? Read more: cornislandslibrary.org/2023/05/corn-i…

A glimpse into the 1950s—this postcard captures Great Corn Island's Wharf, known today as the Municipal Wharf. Learn more about the history and culture of the Corn Islands, Nicaragua, at cornislandslibrary.org and cornislandsmuseum.org