Honouring a Belizean National Hero
FEATURING LETTERS FROM THE PREMIER
Cadle Price
Rt. Hon. George
Honouring a Belizean National Hero
FEATURING LETTERS FROM THE PREMIER
Cadle Price
Rt. Hon. George
Honouring a Belizean National Hero
FEATURING LETTERS FROM THE PREMIER
Cadle Price
Rt. Hon. George
Honouring a Belizean National Hero
FEATURING LETTERS FROM THE PREMIER
Cadle Price
Rt. Hon. George
Honouring a Belizean National Hero
FEATURING LETTERS FROM THE PREMIER
Cadle Price
Rt. Hon. George
Honoring a Belizean National Hero
FEATURING LETTERS FROM THE PREMIER
Cadle Price
Rt. Hon. George
George Price Day 2025
January 15 marks the birthday of National Hero Rt. Hon. George Cadle Price. This day celebrates the legacy of Belize’s only Premier and first Prime Minister.
This 2025, the National Institute of Culture and History, along with collaborators, unveiled the “Good Belizeans”, a street exhibit, and a botanical garden at the historic Price Family Home on Pickstock St. in Belize City.
Minister’s Message
It is inspiring to see the continued efforts of Good Belizeans, both named and unnamed, who supported Mr. Price and continue to contribute to the country’s progress.
Let us work together to build a progressive, prosperous Belize. May this booklet of his letters inspire us all to act with purpose and determination in fulfilling the vision Mr. Price set for us.
Hon. Francis W. Fonseca
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Trade, Education, Culture, Science & Technology
Photogrammetry
Through photogrammetry we capture a unique and dynamic reconstruction of intricate memorabilia in the Price family home. It is one way to engage with the life story of George Price.
Rt. Hon. George C. Price – A Biographic Snapshot
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1919
January 15
1919
George Price is born in Belize, the third child of William Cadle and Irene Cecilia Price.
1931
September 10
1931
George Price survives the catastrophic Hurricane of 1931.
1956-62
1956-62
George Price serves as Mayor of Belize City from 1956-1962.
1960-64
1960-64
George Price wins elections from 1960-1964 and becomes Belize’s First Minister and later the Premier, leading Belize towards self-government in 1964.
1981
September 21
1981
George Price leads Belize into Independence.
2000
September 20
2000
Rt. Hon. George Price receives the Order of National Hero, Belize’s highest award. He is recognized as Father of the Nation.
2011
September 19
2011
George Price passes away.
2021
January 15
2021
George Price’s birthdate is declared a national holiday in Belize.
Good Belizeans – Street Exhibit
This exhibit is dedicated to Rt. Hon. George Cadle Price, Belize’s only Premier and first Prime Minister.
Publications
To celebrate the legacy and leadership of the Belize’s founding father the Rt. Hon. George Cadle Price, two significant publications have been released. Let Belize Live (2023) features an anthology of speeches by the Premier. Good Belizeans (2025) is a modest set of letters from the Office of the Premier Collection.
Download your digital copy below.
Speeches of the Premier
The Rt. Hon. George Price, more than anyone else, is unquestionably the foremost symbol of Belize’s struggle for self-government and independence. His legacy continues to be admired, discussed, and studied in an effort to develop our national identity and national consciousness. For this very reason, we are pleased to present a set of iconic speeches that will help students, researchers and citizens engage more thoroughly with Mr. Price’s legacy and contribute to the development of Belize.
Premier Freetown Convention PUP - May 21, 1979
Premier Address on the Proclamation of Independence - Sept. 21, 1981
Premier Radio Belize Address - April 4, 1981
Settlement Day Address - Nov. 19, 1966
Labour Day Speech - May 1, 1964
National Day Address - Sept. 10, 1964
Premier Address, Fourth UN Committee - Nov. 7, 1975
Premier Address, International Women's Year - March 2, 1975
Children Rally Address - Sept. 3, 1968
Flag Raising Address - Sept. 20, 1981
PM Price's Address on Belize's Admission to the UN - Sept. 25, 1981
Premier Price's Address at Extraordinary Session of CARICOM's Foreign Affairs Ministers - March 17, 1981
Letters from the Premier
This short collection offers a window into the vision and actions of Belize’s National Hero George Price, who dedicated his life to leading the country from colonial rule to self-government and independence.
His steadfast commitment to the advancement of Belize sets him apart as a leader who prioritized the nation’s collective progress. His contributions to our political, social and economic landscape are countless, and his influence reaches far beyond the letters selected for this collection.
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