For all the geographic and sensual charms of Harbour Island, many visitors will tell you it’s the open-hearted genuineness of the people they come for. Whether it’s the older folk expressing the pride and standards of an era slipping away or the younger folk carving out a living, Harbour Island just seems to have more than its fair share of interesting characters.
To help you feel a bit like you belong before you even arrive, here’s a brief introduction to a few of the folks and what they care about.
Retired teacher on Briland history
Runs art gallery from his auntie’s house
Retired lighthouse keeper, karaoke king
Renowned percussionist
Handcrafts with help from technology
Winter resident with a lovely room to rent
Owner of Queen Conch
Senior builder on the historic homes
Carpenter, carouser, philosopher
British teacher, force majeur