Origin and history

The chapel Saint-Antoine-de-Padoue de Carosse is a religious monument located in the commune of Saint-Joseph, Martinique. This place of worship, dedicated to Saint Anthony of Padua, is part of the architectural and spiritual landscape of the island, although its period of construction is not documented in the available sources. Chapels of this type, in an island and colonial context, often played a central role in community life.

They served as a gathering point for religious ceremonies, employers' holidays and social events, reflecting the importance of the Catholic faith in the organization of local societies. Their architecture, generally sober, adapted to the resources and know-how available on site.