On this International Museum Day, Jamaica pauses with the rest of the world to reflect on the value and contribution of museums to people in their various sectors and communities.  In doing so, I wish to laud the International Council of Museum (ICOM) for their global leadership in this activity as well as for the timely and significantly meaningful theme being promoted for this year’s observance: “Museums and Cultural Landscapes”.  This theme honours the unique cultures of Small Island Developing States, like Jamaica, that offer a distinctive museum experience to local and international visitors.