View of the Christiansted NHS complex

National Historic Site

Christiansted National Historic Site

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Info

Christiansted National Historic Site was established in 1952 as the first unit of the National Park Service in the Virgin Islands of the United States. Covering over seven acres the park tells the stories about Danish economy and ways of life, and the interactions of people in Europe, Africa, West Indies, and North America during the Danish era of occupation of the Virgin Islands (1734-1917).

Fees

Operating Hours

The Park is open every day from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. The park is closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. All cars must be removed from the parking lot by 4:30 p.m. or they will be towed.

DayHours
Wednesday
8:30AM - 4:30PM
Monday
8:30AM - 4:30PM
Thursday
8:30AM - 4:30PM
Sunday
8:30AM - 4:30PM
Tuesday
8:30AM - 4:30PM
Friday
8:30AM - 4:30PM
Saturday
8:30AM - 4:30PM

Weather info

Welcome to the tropics! Temperatures do not vary much by season. Highs are usually in the upper 80s and lows are typically in the mid-70s. Pop-up showers and storms are common and usually pass quickly. Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 - November 30, however tropical systems can occur at any time. St. Croix lies in an active tectonic zone. Earthquakes can and do occur. If you feel shaking and hear sires, follow the tsunami evacuation signs to higher ground.