At the beginning of 1700, all efforts were made to relocate the old Town of Fort Louis which was established in 1649, on the sand spit which separated the Lagoon from the rest of the harbor.  Although many new buildings were constructed the official recognition had to be delayed until the construction of the main administrative structures; For instance, Fort Royale today, Fort George with its supporting institutions such as the present day National Museum and Knox House.  This feat was accomplished during the period of 1706 - 1710

Therefore, within the general framework of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), of which Grenada is a signatory; the mandate of the Grenada National Trust, Ordinance N0:20 of 1967 and the Ministry of Tourism which also had the responsibility for Culture and the Performing Arts, efforts had been made to commemorate the official establishment of the Town of St. George.  However, these efforts are still slow in picking up momentum.  To date, only the St. George's Anglican School known as Hindsy has a planned Programme.

In this regard, therefore, because of the amount of socio-cultural and economic benefits such an event could have on the local economy, a new impetus is needed for such an important milestone in the Nation's history.   Coupled with the growing need for the preservation of our town, regarded as ‘The Prettiest in the Caribbean', every effort should be made to commemorate this event.  It is also envisaged that such an occasion should be used to achieve all the possible benefits that could be obtained for such an event.  For instance, in collaboration with stakeholders:-

1. the production and sale of memorabilia example, cups, t-shirts etc.
2. cultural and sporting events
3. school competition
4. educational programmes for schools and the general public
5. the production of books, film, DVDs on the town of St. George
6. Tercentennial Park - The Valorization of the Museum Compound:  This involves the general enhancement of the area over the Sendall Tunnel and the Financial Complex, the construction of a stairway from the National Museum Car Park to the roadway around Fort George (artistic concept on following page) . It is envisaged that construction of such a facility will afford a new tourism experience for all within the city.  It will create a new historic walking tour; the landscaping of the hillside with walkways, for example the bougainvillea walk, the cactus parkway and new concession stands for artisans etc.
7. the creation of an amphi-theatre or Greek Theatre for performing artists as seen in the artistic impression on the following page. We believe that this could assist in the revitalization of the business establishment on Young Street.
8. Return to the Homeland 2010 - the marketing of the event internationally especially to Grenadian and their descendants all over the world.  This will be an opportunity for tour operators, hoteliers and travel agents to offer various packages.
   

1. • road and cycle races
   • streets parades and cultural events
   • swimming races across the Carenage
   • national exhibitions
   • St. George's Day celebration
   • special exhibitions at the National Museum
   • Sailing festival and international yachting races - involvement of the cruise and yachting sector
   • New features in existing tournaments such as the Grenada Bill Fish
   • Recognition of outstanding personalities within the Parish.
   • The official declaration or designation of sites
   • Landmark Projects Construction of a Multi-storey car parking facility on the Carenage: as recommended by a UNDP Project since 1970.  This could generate a number of possibilities for the Carenage and town.  One has to take into consideration the potential influence or intervention into the landscape and street cape of the Carenage.  The idea is to maintain the sporting facility but locating on the top floor.  Encourage both day and night activities since there could be unsociable behavioral patterns in such areas. Create vending areas and accommodation for  other organizations such as the Boxing Association.

What is Urgently Required!

11. 1. Official support and buy- in from Government
    2. Formation of a broad-based Cabinet Appointed Committee comprising both Governmental Organizations, Non-Governmental Organizations, sporting organizations, the Grenada Chamber of Commerce, the Royal Grenada Police Force, Tourisms Organizations, media houses.
    3. National publicity and international marketing.
    4. Bringing back on stream the St. George's Day Celebrations with the Anglican Church Community and others.
    5. Official Request to UNESCO whose Secretary General will be making his Official visit to Grenada in January of 2009.  This body has recommended the Town of St. George with its system of fortification to be listed as a World Heritage Site
    6. Drawing up of potential projects and exploring the cultural agreements which have been signed over the years with other international organizations and governments e.g. British and French
    7. Notification of embassies and consulates overseas so that a database of Grenadians and descendants around the world could be established.  These folks could be encouraged to return to Grenada for 2010 hence there could be spin-off for home owners, guest houses and the accommodation sector in general
    8. The endorsement by Government of the St. George's Conservation Zone and Architectural Guidelines
    9. The drawing up of a list of projects that Grenadian and visitors alike could be asked to support.