Devon House
Devon House, built in 1881, is the former residence of George Stiebel (1820–1896), Jamaica's first black millionaire, in St. Andrew. He gained his wealth in Venezuela and returned to Jamaica. He was appointed as the Custos, a high civic post, of St. Andrew. His residence has been restored and is operated as a house museum and National Heritage Site. See also * Tourism in Jamaica The economy of Jamaica is heavily reliant on services, accounting for 70% of the country's GDP. Jamaica has natural resources and a climate conducive to agriculture and tourism. The discovery of bauxite in the 1940s and the subsequent establis ... References Buildings and structures in Saint Andrew Parish, Jamaica National Heritage Sites in Jamaica Georgian architecture {{Jamaica-struct-stub ...
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