The House of the Canne: the whole history of Martinique Among the must-see places to visit in Martinique, the House of the Cane is undoubtedly one of the most important tourist sites of interest. This location steeped in history will plunge you into the archives of slavery linked to the sugar cane and will allow you to grasp Martinique’s identity in its complexity.
Why visit the Maison de la Canne in Martinique?
The Maison de la Canne was established in 1987 and chronicles over two centuries of the sugar economy's history. Through this narrative, you'll be taken through the archives of slavery in Martinique as well as the more modern periods of central sugar cane production.
Discover the history of the 100,000 slaves imported in less than 100 years to Martinique to meet the labor demands generated by the sugar economy.
The Maison de la Canne offers an exploration of the functioning of the early slave plantations, the manufacturing processes, tools used for sugar and rum production, and the daily agricultural work in the plantations.
It also delves into more recent periods of the industrial revolution and the developments in the sugar economy in response to the opportunities presented by steam-powered machinery.
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What to visit around Maison de la Canne?
The Maison de la Canne is located in the municipality of Trois Ilets near the D7 road. From Rivière-Salée, follow the D7 towards the Baie de Fort-de-France. The Maison de la Canne is on your right before reaching Trois Ilets.
Around this point of interest near Fort-de-France, explore other treasures in the region. A few kilometers away, Pointe du Bout, one of the most visited sites on the island, offers beautiful beaches with breathtaking views of Fort-de-France Bay. In Trois Ilets, you can also explore the pottery village and the Museum of the Sea, delightful visits amidst plunges into the Caribbean Sea.
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