04/18/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/18/2024 12:49
St. Croix, US Virgin Islands - Christiansted National Historic Site (CHRI) in partnership with Historic Preservation Training Center (HPTC) is repairing the plaster and limewash paint of the Stable Yard portion of Fort Christiansvearn.
The project includes:
When is it happening? Late April 2024 through May 2024. No impacts to public or guest access will occur within the Fort.
How is it funded? This project is part of ongoing efforts by the NPS to preserve, restore, and rehabilitate park infrastructure and facilities. Supported by revenue from energy development, the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) Legacy Restoration Fund (LRF) provides up to $1.3 billion per year for five years to make significant enhancements in national parks to ensure their preservation while providing opportunities for recreation, education, and enjoyment for current and future generations. Approximately $14 million from the fund is supporting geographically based HPTC Maintenance Action Teams projects in 59 national parks, including Christiansted National Historical Site.
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