The First Guyanese Picnic
The Guyanese Association of Delaware was founded by Olive Barton in 1989. The first Guyanese Picnic was held at Banning Park in Wilmington Delaware in July of 1989.
Our mission is to celebrate the rich heritage, vibrant culture, and remarkable history of Guyana while empowering a new generation of Guyanese around the world. We aim to create a global hub for connection, storytelling, and collaboration—uniting the Guyanese diaspora through shared pride, meaningful dialogue, and cultural exchange. By honoring our roots and embracing our future, we foster a thriving community where every Guyanese voice is valued and heard.
We’re here to celebrate everything that makes Guyana special—our history, culture, and the amazing people who keep it alive. This site is a space for Guyanese from all over the world to connect, share stories, and support each other. Whether you’re honoring your roots or looking to the future, we’re building a community where every Guyanese voice matters.
Guyana, officially the Co-operative Republic of Guyana, is a country on the northern coast of South America, part of the historic British West Indies. Georgetown is the capital of Guyana and is also the country's largest city. Guyana is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the north, Brazil to the south and southwest, Venezuela to the west, and Suriname to the east.
The Guyanese Association of Delaware was founded by Olive Barton in 1989. The first Guyanese Picnic was held at Banning Park in Wilmington Delaware in July of 1989.
In May of 2011, The Guyanese Association of Delaware Facebook group launches. The group remains active to this day.
On July 19, 2015, The Guyanese and Friends Picnic celebrated its 25th anniversary.
The Guyanese Picnic website launched in June of 2025.
