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The 5 Best History Museums in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands
Like all of the U.S. Virgin Islands, St. Thomas has plenty of opportunities to lounge on the beach, splash in the sea, or amp it up with watersports. It also boasts a bountiful duty-free shopping scene – just be prepared to brave the cruise ship crowds. Charlotte Amalie swells with Danish colonial architecture and pirate legend. Shiver ye timbers at Blackbeard’s Castle, then work up an appetite by climbing the historic 99 Steps, constructed from the ballast bricks of 18th century Danish ships.
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1. Weibel Museum
2. St. Thomas Historical Trust Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 46 reviews
Offering the only museum in town, Hassel Island tours and historical downtown walking tours! A pleasant historical adventure awaits you at St. Thomas Historical Trust's museum. Tours take about 30 minutes, and you'll be led by knowledgeable local historians who love to tell the remarkable stories of St. Thomas' exciting history. Hassel Island Tours are Tuesday and Thursday at 9:00AM OR BY APPOINTMENT!!! Tour this amazing historical site with our super-knowledgeable guide. See the ruins of Danish and British forts as well as the leprosarim, the unique Creque Marine Railroad. Check out a real diving bell. Downtown walking tours with one of our certified guides are available on Fridays at 9:00AM. Just call! Our museum gives you a chance to ask our experts about anything you have seen in St. Thomas and get the real facts! Genuine artifacts from the days of pirates, the age of steam ships and 100 year old 3-D images mesmerize history buffs along with dozens of antique photos from the late 1900s and early 20th century, and a sensational collection of Antique West Indian furniture. Learn about our 1867 tsunami, and the ominous threat that was the real reason the U.S. purchased the islands from Denmark. The best little museum in town, for visitors or locals. Museum hours: Open Monday-Friday 10-4:00pm The museum is operated by a 501(c) 3 non-profit.
Reviewed By SapphireVillageUSVI - St. Thomas, Caribbean
Toured downtown today with “Doc”. He knows his stuff & makes learning about St Thomas interesting by telling stories and not just giving facts. I forgot to get a photo of us with him. He’s a treasure trove of information and the trust is lucky to have him. We toured Hazel island with him about 6 years ago. Met a really nice couple in our group & had an enjoyable morning. Had lunch afterwards at Bumpas - great folks and delicious sandwiches!
3. Seven Arches Museum
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 11 reviews
This 19th-century artisans home has been converted into a lovely museum offering a look at St. Thomas bygone glory days.
4. French Heritage Museum
The Frenchtown Civic Organization was established in 1958 by a group of leaders of Frenchtown, and the mission statement of this non-profit organization has evolved over the years. From advocates on matters of civic and community interests and concerns to the standard bearer of French culture that is today represented as the French Heritage Museum, a precious part of French culture and history on St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands is intricately woven into the confines of this small yellow brick building right in the heart of Frenchtown. That very same building was constructed in 1944 as a fire station for the village but was later re-purposed as the Olive & Bernier Health Clinic. Mrs. Florina Olive, RN and Ms. Mercelita Bernier, Public Health Nurse provided much needed health care to the residents of Frenchtown in the 1940’s and early 1950’s, and the building was appropriately named in their honor. The building subsequently served as kindergarten of the village.
