Youth Mural Project – Call for Artwork Submissions

ST. CROIX, US Virgin Islands - Christiansted National Historic Site invites youth artists from across St. Croix to contribute their ideas to a new community mural at the Coastal Studies Outpost in Salt River Bay National Historical Park and Ecological Preserve. The park will feature this mural during restoration activities, out-planting events, school visits and community days-highlighting the importance of our natural and cultural resources.

Artists aged 8 to 21 may submit original artwork that reflects the island's natural heritage. A panel of local artists, NPS staff and volunteers will review designs, and a local artist will mentor selected finalists. The mural installation will incorporate finalists' ideas, and finalists will receive an award recognizing their contribution.

Youth artists should focus their entries on the following themes that define the Salt River Bay landscape:

The Coastal Studies Outpost at Salt River Bay has served as a meeting place for students, volunteers and community members engaged in restoration and stewardship. The selected artwork will help transform the Outpost into a vibrant visual learning space for school groups, visiting researchers and community members.

To be considered, youth artists must submit original digital or hand-drawn artwork, an artist statement and basic contact information by July 3. Submissions must meet the required guidelines. For full contest eligibility details, submission steps and ranking criteria, please visit the link provided or scan the QR code below: https:// forms.cloud.microsoft/g/WBvmStq3S4

We thank you for your support as we work to uplift youth creativity, celebrate the cultural and ecological significance of Salt River Bay and continue strengthening community connections through art and stewardship. Please visit Christiansted National Historic Site's webpage for current conditions and updates: www.nps.gov/chri/.

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About Christiansted National Historic Site. Christiansted National Historic Site, known locally as the gem of the Caribbean, preserves the historic structure and grounds within its boundaries and interprets the Danish economy and way of life in Christiansted between 1733 and 1917. Rich and vibrant history abounds centered around colonial administration, the military and naval establishment, international trade and enslaved people, religious diversity, architecture, skilled artisanship and crime and punishment. The park consists of seven acres centered on the Christiansted waterfront with five historic structures for visitors to view and enjoy: Fort Christiansvaern, the Danish West India & Guinea Company Warehouse, the Steeple Building, Danish Custom House and the Scale House. Visitors are encouraged to tour the grounds while enjoying a picnic lunch and majestic ocean views. No place in the Caribbean still demonstrates the architectural, economic and political influence of Europe like Christiansted National Historic Site.