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Saint Croix Island International Historic SiteBronze model of the settlement at Saint Croix Island shows several buildings.
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Saint Croix Island International Historic Site
Operating Hours & Seasons

The site is open daily from sunrise to sunset. During the winter, however, the displays and bronze statues along the interpretive trail are covered to prevent damage from inclement weather.

During certain times of the year, park rangers are available at the mainland site to answer your questions.

  • June 15 through September 30 - A bilingual (French-English) park ranger is stationed at the site seven days a week.
  • October 1 through October 31 - A park ranger or park volunteer is available by chance.
  • November 1 through June 15 - On-site staff at the mainland site are not regularly scheduled.
 
Footsteps travel in the snow near waysides and statues covered for winter.
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Native Americans first see French settlers.  

Did You Know?
Archeological evidence suggests that the area around Saint Croix Island had already been inhabited for at least 4,000 years before European settlement. The island is protected today as part of Saint Croix Island International Historic Site.
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Last Updated: April 02, 2009 at 17:33 EST