Explore the deep historical, cultural, and economic connections between the British and U.S. Virgin Islands—and how shared heritage continues to shape identity, community, and preservation across both territories.
Tag Archives: Culture
The Enduring Legacy of St. Barthélemy’s French Community: A Cultural Bridge Across the Caribbean
Discover how the French community of St. Barthélemy shaped Caribbean heritage through migration to islands like St. Thomas, Guadeloupe, and Dominica—leaving lasting cultural, religious, and preservation legacies across the region.
Building Future Stewards: Ways to Incorporate Early Ownership of Cultural, Heritage, and History Preservation
Engaging youth in cultural preservation is key to sustaining heritage. This article explores how education, storytelling, and hands-on experiences can empower the next generation to value and protect their history from an early age.
Shared Shores: The Legacy and History of Puerto Ricans in the U.S. Virgin Islands
Puerto Rican migration to the U.S. Virgin Islands shaped communities, culture, and identity across both territories. This piece explores their shared history, the contributions of Puerto Rican families, and the importance of preserving these intertwined Caribbean narratives.
Owning the Aftermath: Preserving the Buildings & Spaces Our Enslaved Ancestors Built
Discover why preserving buildings built by enslaved ancestors is vital to reclaiming history, honoring resilience, and shaping cultural identity in the post-slavery Caribbean and beyond.
Christiansted National Historic Site, Christiansted, St. Croix, US Virgin Islands
Christiansted National Historic Site in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands, preserves a powerful legacy of Danish colonialism, African labor, and Caribbean resilience through its meticulously preserved 18th-century structures and complex history shaped by trade, architecture, and cultural transformation.
Preservation Month
This May, Heritage Matters celebrates Preservation Month by spotlighting historic sites across the Caribbean and U.S., while exploring the roots and importance of preservation in these regions. Join us all month long and get inspired to discover and protect the places that shape our shared heritage.
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