Yesterday and today….my how the years pass for our old alma mater. In about seven more years, the school building will be 100 years old!
US Virgin Islands
St. Thomas, the Gem of the Caribbean, a Poem ~ 1924
Here’s a beautiful poem about St. Thomas. Saint Thomas, the Gem of the Caribbean Saint Thomas, the Gem of the Caribbean And one of the most attractive places In the West Indies, opens its doors and Native hospitality to those who wish To spend some leisure time on her soil. The healthfulness of this beautiful island […]
Take a Video Tour of ANNABERG RUINS
Check out this video tour of the Annaberg Ruins on St. John, US Virgin Islands.
The Camille Pissarro Building in St. Thomas
I have such fond memories of working at the Tropicana Perfume store as well as in the historic, Camille Pissarro building in St. Thomas. This was the home of the Danish-French impressionist painter whose work was not only “revolutionary“, but who was also known for his “balanced, kind, and warmhearted personality.” Looking for a gift for […]
Happy National Maritime Day
The maritime history of the Virgin Islands is fascinating! ⛵ For stories about some of the historic vessels that sailed our seas visit the Creque Marine Railway page. It’s a great way to honor National Maritime Day. ⚓ SaveSave SaveSave SaveSave SaveSave SaveSave
The Importance of Tortola Wharf ~ 1948
Tortola Wharf The St. Thomas waterfront has always been the hub of activity with the landing of Tortola boats and produce. ~ 1948 Here, a woman sits among strewn coconut shells and cases of Quaker Oats and Pet milk waiting to be shipped. Since the early 1900s, this wharf is where all the produce and […]
Meet the New Carnival King and Queen ~ 1957
Carnival may be a fond memory now, but seeing vintage photographs of past Carnival Kings and Queens is still very exciting! Here’s a wonderful photo of King Raphael (Lito) Valls and Queen Melba Canegata of St. Croix after being crowned for the 1957 Carnival. 👑 The ceremonies took place at the Territorial Senate building. Queen […]
Police Week Honored in the Virgin Islands
In honor of #PoliceWeek, I’m sharing some old photographs taken when our grandfather was the Commissioner of Public Safety ~ 1956 Note: Sgt. A. Brown was from St. John (ST. CROIX: Sgt. C.M. Plaskett, Sgt. E. Thomas, Sgt. A. Davis, Sgt. A. Richards, Sgt. Bailey) (ST. THOMAS: Sgt. N. Aubain, Sgt. R. Dunlop, Sgt. G. […]