A group of concerned citizens established The Trust in 1966 to capture interest and focus energies on  preserving the remarkable (and increasingly fragile) heritage of St. Thomas’ archeological and cultural past.

Making ‘new’ history in the next 40+ years, the non-profit Trust has initiated restoration projects, private/public partnerships, historic research, and community engagement in ways large and small. 

You may have noticed or enjoyed some of these benefits, without realizing our advocacy behind the event or the setting. Find examples of some of our more-recent projects here.

Today’s Trust is headquartered in our historic downtown’s only history museum, located in Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas. Displays illustrate St. Thomas’ history from colonial settlement to the 1900’s, through photographs, artworks, photographs, daily tools and period furnishings, etc.

We’re known for our guided walking tours through the historic downtown district each week… for our series of historic-preservation workshops and lectures throughout the year… our long-standing interest in and preservation of many sites including Hassel Island’s antique military structures… our cultural events… and for our fabulous fundraiser parties: themed costume galas and historic-house parties for Trust members and friends, raising funds for future preservation work.

We’re proud of our several hundred community members, and their “interest and focused energy” today, as since 1966. Come and add your own interest and talents in the projects ahead!       

Together we move history forward, enhancing our island today -- and for tomorrow as well.

Early projects included involvement in the archeological site in the Tutu Park area of St. Thomas

The Trust's headquarters and history museum are located on Raadets Gade in Charlotte Amalie on St. Thomas. The Trust works to preserve the cultural and historical heritage of Saint Thomas, through education, advocacy, and preservation.

The Trust has an ongoing program of historical and cultural events, including lectures, walking tours, practical projects and activities for children. It also organizes initiatives to celebrate traditions of the islanders and raises funds for future preservation work.

The Trust has been involved in numerous preservation, restoration, and outreach projects, including the Hassel Island Historic District on Hassel Island, the Bred Gade step streets of Charlotte Amalie, and the Danish colonial Fort Christian.