St. Thomas Historical Trust

Our History

St Thomas Historical Trust took wings on November 23rd, 1965 when twelve dedicated Virgin Islanders put pen to paper and signed the Articles of Incorporation. Article #11 stated that there would be 12 initial Directors: they were as follows; Alonzo Moron, Anna Daniels, Edith Feiner, Vivian Anduze, Frederick Gjessing, Eveston Webb, Margot Bachman, Robinson Smith, Ira Smith, Gertrude Dudley, Isidor Paiewonsky, and John Bensen. A lot is owed to those 12 for having the vision to preserve and protect our historical sites and heritage. Many boards have served for the last 45 years. But we must always give thanks to the ones that got us started…

Mission Statement

The mission of the St. Thomas Historical Trust is to identify, protect, and preserve the historical identity, structures, sites, and cultural heritage of St. Thomas through education, advocacy and promotion.