Strengthening Liberia National Museum a Top Tourism Priority

MONROVIA, March 6, 2026 – The Liberia National Tourism Authority (LNTA) has committed itself ensuring that Liberia’s heritage, partnerships, and national experiences are properly documented and celebrated as it remains a top tourism priority.

Representing LNTA Director General over the weekend at the occasion marking the permanent display of the Peace Corps activities at the National Museum, the Consultant for Culture and Heritage Stevenson Seidi commended the Peace Corps for such a thoughtful initiative, noting that it reflects not only the history of service, but also the spirit of friendship, cultural exchange, and mutual learning that has characterized Peace Corps engagement in Liberia for more than six decades.

Today’s event is not simply the unveiling of a display; it is the preservation of a shared history. Since the arrival of the Peace Corps in Liberia in 1962, thousands of volunteers have worked alongside Liberian communities in education, health, agriculture, youth development, and community service. Their work has touched many lives and strengthened the long-standing friendship between the people of Liberia and the people of the United States.

According to him, the establishment of this permanent display at the Liberia National Museum is therefore very meaningful, explaining that the museums exist to preserve memory, to tell the country stories, and to help future generations understand the journey that has shaped our nation.

For showcasing photographs, drawings, and historical records of Peace Corps activities in Liberia, Consultant Seidi stated that the LNTA will ensure that this chapter of their national story is documented and accessible to all.

As part of the display, the Country Director of the Peace Corps Liberia, Vernice Guthrie narrated that the Peace Corps Volunteers have walked alongside communities across Liberia for more than six decades, building relationships rooted in respect, service, and mutual learning. This exhibit honors not only their dedication, but also the Liberian families, educators, and leaders who welcomed them with open arms and made their service meaningful.