BIGGER AND BETTER ICE-CREAM SHOP FOR DEVON HOUSE
As part of efforts to advance Jamaica ’ s tourism sector and enhance the visitor experience , on Monday July 24 , 2017 the new Devon House I-Scream shop was officially opened . The new building which is located on the north lawns of the historic site , was created , not only to improve the experience for both visitors and locals alike but also address complaints of wait time . The building which will replace the courtyard location and other Kiosks on the property was funded by TEF at a cost of 28 million dollars and its construction managed by TPDCo . Minister Bartlett in his address stated that there will be more to expect regarding plans to upgrade the popular historic site . He added that there are plans to build out the Caribbean experience with culinary tourism at Devon House , by giving focus to the delicacies offered by other business places on the property . Most Honourable Edward Seaga who is known for saving Devon House from demolition and for his integral role in the creation of some of the popular flavours , expressed his gratitude to the Minister and the other agencies for the improvements and upgrades to the historic site . The Devon House project forms part of a much larger financial commitment from TEF ($ 151 million since 2012 ) to refurbish Devon House and make it financially sustainable . The execution of the project , also included a new walk way and rest rooms for patrons and staff , was managed by TPDCo .
Minister Bartlett ( centre ) takes a sample of Devon House I-scream at the recent launch of the new I-Scream shop . Also partcipating in the sampling are ( from left to right ) Honourable Olivia Grange , Minister of Culture , Gender , Entertainment and Sport , Most Honourable Edward Seaga , Former Prime Minister of Jamaica and Carol Clarke-Webster , Managing Director of Scoops Unlimited Limited . The new I-scream shop which is located on the north lawn of the historic site is part of TEF ’ s 151 million dollar commitment to improve the facility , thereby enhaning the experience for both visitors and locals . The launch event was held on Monday July 24 , 2017 .