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Minister Gumbs pays tribute to cultural icon Esther Narcisco-Williams
Minister of Education, Culture, Youth and Sport Melissa Gumbs expressed condolences on the passing of Esther Narcisco-Williams, founder of Our Creations SXM Arts & Crafts Foundation.
By SXM Daily ยท
Reported 22 October 2026
Minister of Education, Culture, Youth and Sport (ECYS) Melissa Gumbs expressed her condolences on the passing of Esther Narcisco-Williams, in a Government release.
Narcisco-Williams was the founder of Our Creations SXM Arts & Crafts Foundation, who directed "The Rise and Fall of King Solomon", and a member of the Cole Bay Theatre Company.
"Ms. Esther understood something very important: our culture is not just something we remember; it is something we create, share, and pass on," the Minister said. "Through Lulu's Dolls, the beautiful Titah Frock and her tireless support of local artisans, she brought our heritage to life in ways that people could see, touch, and cherish." She extended her condolences to Narcisco-Williams' family, friends and the cultural community.
Sources
- Government of Sint Maarten release: https://www.sintmaartengov.org/news/Pages/press-release.aspx?slug=minister-of-culture-m-gumbs-mourns-the-passing-of-cultural-icon-esther-narcisco-williams
- Minister Melissa Gumbs' statement, via Soualiga Newsday: https://www.soualiganewsday.com/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&id=67256
- Minister Melissa Gumbs' statement, via SMN News: https://www.smn-news.com/index.php/st-maarten-st-martin-news/52118-minister-of-culture-m-gumbs-mourns-the-passing-of-cultural-icon-esther-narcisco-williams.html
Source: https://www.soualiganewsday.com/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&id=67256