September 1, 2022

In Honour Of James Lee Wah

By Newsroom

Roughly two years after his passing, James Lee Wah, a pioneer of the arts and founder of the Drama Association, has had a street named in his honor in San Fernando.

City Mayor Junia Regrello unveiled the signage on Thursday.

The street leading to San Fernando Hill was chosen to be named in Lee Wah’s honour, as he fought against quarrying activities at the hill.

Lee Wah, who died on July 4th, 2020 at the age of 89, founded several organisations, including the San Fernando Arts Council in 1969 and the San Fernando Theatre Workshop in 1976.

He served in several other positions at various organizations, including  chair of the Naparima Bowl and the San Fernando Museum Committee.

In 2010, he was awarded an honorary doctorate from the University of Trinidad and Tobago (UTT) for his contribution to the performing arts.

The street named in Lee Wah’s honour did not have a previous title.

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