NATIONAL ARCHIVES AUTHORITY FEATURES AN EXHIBITION ON THE WORK AND ACCOLADES OF DAREN SAMMY AND LEVERN SPENCER.

The National Archives Authority of Saint Lucia held an opening ceremony on Jan. 23 for an exhibition honoring two Saint Lucian athletes. The exhibition is being held under the theme: Celebrating Excellence, Fulfilling the Destiny, Wining International Acclaim.  It features the work and accolades of Cricketer Daren Sammy and Long-Jumper Levern Spencer.

National Archivist, Margot Thomas, said the exhibition is intended to cement the legacy of the world-renowned athletes.

“We urge the public to savor the achievements of these honorable and remarkable ‘ish Ste. Lucie’. I can assure you that after you have perused the exhibition, you shall be inspired to search yourselves and discover your hidden talents.”

Long-jumper Levern Spencer, said:  “Indeed I count it a privilege and an honor which I know is well deserving, especially after giving 23 consecutive years of national representation to Saint Lucia as the regions premiere female high jumper and CARICOM record holder . This is something I will always cherish.”

Cricketer Daren Sammy spoke to the importance of the ceremony for the empowerment of youth.

“I would like to thank the National Archives Authority of Saint Lucia in collaboration with the Nobel Laureate Festival Committee for putting on this exhibition. Celebrating excellence will motivate young people in Saint Lucia. By witnessing the achievements of their fellow Saint Lucians, they too can gather inspiration.”

The exhibition, held at the National Archives Authority, ends March 31.