This project sought to develop a natural history specimen collection at the Barbados museum. It was envisaged that the collection would be used for the identification of Barbados? fauna and flora, assist in the assessment of the island?s biodiversity and serve as a tool to measure change in biodiversity over time.

The major activities will include the purchasing of field collection, storage and computer equipment and preservation materials; the funding of technical assistance to develop a scientific collection of specimens of Barbados flora and fauna; the development of a database on the island's biodiversity for public and scientific research; and the training of 8 youth curators in the basics of field collections and preservations.

It is anticipated that the skills training for junior participants in specimen collection and preparation, will enable the development of a cadre of youth that will be able to volunteer in the ongoing activities of the Museum.