Christiansted National Historic Site

🎨 Calling All Youth Artists of St. Croix! 🌿

Christiansted National Historic Site is excited to invite young artists ages 8-21 to help create a brand-new community mural at the Coastal Studies Outpost in Salt River Bay National Historical Park & Ecological Preserve!

This mural will become a vibrant part of restoration days, out planting events, school visits, and community programs—celebrating the natural and cultural treasures of Salt River Bay.

Participants are encouraged to submit original artwork inspired by:
• Watershed connectivity
• Local ecosystems
• Ridge to reef processes unique to St. Croix
• Native wildlife

Selected finalists will receive mentorship from a local artist, and their designs will be woven into the final mural installation. Each finalist will also receive a recognition award for their contribution.

📅 Submission Deadline: July 3, 2026
📥 Artists must submit:
• Original digital or hand drawn artwork
• An artist statement
• Basic contact information

Submissions that do not meet the guidelines cannot be considered.

👉 For full contest details, eligibility, and submission instructions, visit the link below or scan the QR code:

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/WBvmStq3S4Release

Let’s create something beautiful together for our island and our community! 🌊🌱✨

10 Days Left to Apply for our Summer Positions!

We're hiring 6 Youth Conservation Corps crew members.
For information and to download an application visit:
https://www.nps.gov/.../youth-conservation-corps...
Applications are currently being accepted and can be dropped off at the Christiansted Fort office from 9:00am-4:00pm, Monday - Friday, or emailed to [email protected]. If you are having any difficulty, please email [email protected].
Applications are being accepted through May 15th, 2026.
Start date is June 1st, 2026, with a mandatory meeting of the crew member and their legal guardian on May 28th, 2026.
Requirements and Duties
- Be at least 15 years old and not reach 19 before the end of the program
- Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident with a social security number
- Conduct light general maintenance work
- Work in the park Welcome Center and Park Store
- Provide clerical work in the administrative offices
Don't miss out on joining our team this summer!

Friendly Reminder!

We're hiring 6 Youth Conservation Corps crew members.

For information and to download an application visit:
https://www.nps.gov/.../youth-conservation-corps...

Applications are currently being accepted and can be dropped off at the Christiansted Fort office from 9:00am-4:00pm, Monday - Friday, or emailed to [email protected]. If you are having any difficulty, please email [email protected].

Applications are being accepted through May 15th, 2026.
Start date is June 1st, 2026, with a mandatory meeting of the crew member and their legal guardian on May 28th, 2026.

Requirements and Duties
- Be at least 15 years old and not reach 19 before the end of the program
- Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident with a social security number
- Conduct light general maintenance work
- Work in the park Welcome Center and Park Store
- Provide clerical work in the administrative offices

Don't miss out on joining our team this summer!

Tomorrow is the last day to apply for TWO job openings!

Park Guide
https://www.usajobs.gov/job/859972100

Rec Fee Tech
https://www.usajobs.gov/job/859862800

Join our team!

Christiansted National Historic Site is hiring for our Park Guide positions. To apply visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/859972100
Open to the first 75 applicants or until 03/14/2026, whichever comes first.

Duties:
-Conduct talks and tours of the park sites ​
-Assist in managing the park social media accounts​
-Staffing the information desk, providing quality customer service to guests ​
-Staffing and processing sales in the cooperating bookstore ​
-Collect appropriate admission fees using an electronic cash register, computer, or Point of Sale system.

For more information or to apply visit the job announcement on USAJobs!
https://www.usajobs.gov/job/859972100

SUMMER JOB ANNOUNCEMENT:

We're hiring 6 Youth Conservation Corps crew members.

For information and to download an application visit:

https://www.nps.gov/subjects/youthprograms/youth-conservation-corps-opportunities.htm

Applications are currently being accepted and can be dropped off at the Christiansted Fort office from 9:00am-4:00pm, Monday - Friday, or emailed to [email protected]. If you are having any difficulty, please email [email protected].

Applications are being accepted through May 15th, 2026.

Start date is June 1st, 2026, with a mandatory meeting of the crew member and their legal guardian on May 28th, 2026.

Requirements and Duties
- Be at least 15 years old and not reach 19 before the end of the program
- Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident with a social security number
- Conduct light general maintenance work
- Work in the park Welcome Center and Park Store
- Provide clerical work in the administrative offices

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During the federal government shutdown, this account will continue to share critical information about park access, safety, and resources. Some services may be limited. For more details, visit:

Operations in the Absence of Appropriations | U.S. Department of the Interior Operations in the Absence of Appropriations

UPDATE: All National Parks of St. Croix have reopened.

Park Closed Ahead of Inclement Weather

Christiansted National Historic Site and all associated facilities are closed due to anticipated severe weather that may bring flooding and landslides. This included Fort Christiansvaern, the parking lot and D. Hamilton Jackson Park.
This decision is in line with the local government’s decision to shut down due to the impending storm and possible flooding and landslides. The safety of our staff is the highest priority.
Please follow instructions from local emergency officials.