Culture · 1 min read · Published 28 Oct 2026
Chaguanas Unveils Statue Honouring Indigenous Heritage
By the Luk It Hyah newsdesk · Sources · Reporting disclaimer
The Short
A statue named Guaima was unveiled at Saith Park in Chaguanas on 27 October in recognition of the area’s Indigenous heritage. Community representatives and the borough mayor linked the work to the town’s history and a renewed municipal identity.
Related public figures: Eric Lewis · Faaiq Mohammed
The Full Story
The name Chaguanas points to a history that predates the town’s sugar-industry and commercial growth. Local officials have been discussing how that history should appear in public spaces and municipal symbols.
Sources: TTT News, 27 Oct ↗
On 27 October, a golden statue called Guaima was unveiled at Saith Park, according to TTT News. The event included a smoke ritual. Grand Chief Eric Lewis explained the name, while Mayor Faaiq Mohammed spoke about a redesigned borough logo intended to reflect Indigenous heritage.
The statue is a visible addition to the park. Its longer-term value will depend on how the borough explains and maintains the history it represents, including the voices of Indigenous communities themselves. The installation also creates a visible point of interest for visitors to Saith Park.
Sources: TTT News, 27 Oct ↗
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