Constitution Day is observed in the Cayman Islands every first Monday of July, celebrating the adoption of the islands' first constitution in 1959. This significant event marked the beginning of self-governance for the territory, which had been under British control since 1670 and became a British overseas territory after Jamaica's independence in 1952. The constitution granted women suffrage and outlined the boundaries of self-administration. On this day, citizens are encouraged to review their constitution, which is made available in public libraries, and knowledgeable individuals are present at various locations to answer questions about it. This observance allows the people of the Cayman Islands to reflect on their governance and rights.