City history
A tranquil settlement on the western coast of Andros Island, West End is defined by its geographic position and maritime heritage.
Chapter one
Earliest documented name
"The westernmost part of the island"
No specific indigenous name for this locality is reliably documented in available historical records.
Descriptive location on Andros
The name refers to the settlement's position on the western coast of Andros Island.
Chapter two
The region follows Eastern Standard Time (UTC-5) throughout the year.
The Bahamas does not observe daylight saving time, maintaining a consistent offset from UTC.
Chapter three
The Lucayan people inhabited the islands of the Bahamas, including Andros, prior to European arrival.
The Bahamas became a British crown colony, influencing the administrative standards of the region.
West End grew as a significant maritime and fishing outpost on Andros Island.