Christiansted National Historic Site

Ohanapecosh Campground - Site A036

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).

Fort Christiansvaern - Commandant's Quarters

Fort Christiansvaern served as the residence for the Danish colony's Governor, then for the fort's Commandant and his family.

Fort Christiansvaern

Fort Christiansvaern was built between 1738 and 1749. It is made of brick, stone, and coral block.

Customs House

A customs house has stood on this spot since the 1730s. The current building was finished in the 1842.

Steeple Building

First known as the Church of Our Lord of Zebaoth, the church was completed in 1751, and consecrated in 1753. The steeple tower was built 1793-1796.

Campers are provided with a picnic table, food storage box, and fire pit.

Commerce and the Christiansted Wharf

The Christiansted wharf was a cosmopolitan port throughout the 18th and 19th centuries.

Young Alexander Hamilton

Alexander Hamilton spent his youth on St. Croix, from 1765 until 1772. This drawing was made shortly after he left the island.

Ohanapecosh Campground - Site A036 Parking Area

Ohanapecosh Campground - Site A036

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To Christiansted National Historic Site from Henry E. Rohlsen Airport: Drive east on Route 64 to Melvin Edwards Highway (Route 66). Turn right and continue for 4.8 miles (7.2 kilometers). Continue straight onto Old Centerline Road (Queen Mary Highway), and continue straight onto the Christiansted Bypass 3.7 miles (5.9 km). Turn left onto Hospital Street. The parking lot for Christiansted National Historic Site will be on your right.

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Christiansted National Historic Site Bookstore and Visitor Contact Visitor Center

Our bookstore is located at the historic Scale House, at the water's edge.

Christiansted National Historic Site Visitor Center Facility

Fort Christiansvaern at Christiansted National Historic Site serves as the point of information for all three national park units on St. Croix, including Buck Island Reef National Monument and Salt River Bay National Historical Park and Ecological Preserve. Visit the fee booth at the fort for brochures, pamphlets, and guides. And be sure to check out our temporary exhibits. For group tours or special events, please contact the Division of Interpretation at (340) 773.1460.

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