Tagline: Education • Research • Community
Rooted in History. Educating for the Future.
Samana College is a community-centered liberal arts and applied studies college located near Samaná Bay.
The college combines education, history, and community work to honor the story of the Samaná Bay freemen.
Students are prepared for real-world careers in design, maritime studies, heritage research, and community development.
About Samana College
Samana College was founded to preserve and share the history of the American-descended community that settled on Samaná Bay in the early 1800s.
The college connects local history, hands-on learning, and global perspectives — from maritime trades to cultural entrepreneurship.
Historical Background:
In the 1820s, free African Americans from the United States settled on the shores of Samaná Bay, building churches, schools, and a shipbuilding tradition.
They kept strong ties with the U.S. while creating new lives in the Caribbean.
Samana College continues their mission — to protect their stories, teach future generations, and connect heritage with modern education.
Academic Programs
- Design & Cultural Practice
Hands-on learning that combines traditional crafts, digital design, and creative entrepreneurship. - Maritime & Coastal Studies
Courses focused on small-boat handling, coastal ecology, and traditional shipbuilding skills. - Public History & Archives
Training in oral history, archival methods, and museum studies to preserve the story of the Samaná community.
Research & College Research Center
The Samana College Research Center holds a growing collection of oral histories, documents, and archives related to the Samaná Bay community.
It organizes public events, research projects, and digital resources for students, teachers, and historians worldwide.
Community Engagement
Samana College serves its community through adult education, cultural workshops, youth summer camps, and small business support for graduates.
The college partners with local schools, churches, and cultural groups to ensure research and education benefit the people of Samaná directly.
Admissions & Visit
Samana College welcomes students who are inspired by community-based learning and practical scholarship.
We offer semester and short-term programs for both local and international learners.
Scholarships are available for students from Samaná and nearby areas.
Programs: Undergraduate & Certificate Courses
Also available: Campus visit and open house opportunities
News & Events
- Monthly public lecture series on Samaná history
- Student exhibition: “Shipbuilding Traditions”
- Archive digitization volunteer project
Contact
Samana College
Samaná Bay, Dominican Republic
Email: info@samanacollege.org
Phone: +1 (809) 555-0123
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