The Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts will open a second location in Charlotte Amalie this year, expanding its programming beyond St. Croix after more than 30 years, according to a press release.
The new site will extend CMCArts programming to St. Thomas and include a museum store and exhibition gallery featuring artists from the Virgin Islands, the Caribbean and the diaspora. The expansion is expected to increase access to exhibitions, educational initiatives and cultural programming across the territory, the press release stated.
CMCArts is seeking artists interested in selling artwork and locally made items in the museum store. Interested creatives can contact the organization at 340-772-2622, the release stated.
The St. Thomas location will be housed within Fifteenandnine’s redevelopment at 15 Dronningens Gade on Main Street. The project focuses on restoring a historic property while creating space for local businesses, artists and community-centered activity, the release stated.
According to the release, the partnership supports efforts to strengthen Charlotte Amalie’s economic and cultural activity through locally driven retail and walkable community spaces.
CMCArts said the expansion aligns with its mission to promote Caribbean art and culture while increasing visibility for artists and expanding community engagement throughout the Virgin Islands, the release stated.
The organization also plans to hire a museum manager. The position is expected to be posted within the week on the Department of Labor website, vidolviews.org.
“The expansion of CMCArts to a St. Thomas location goes a long way towards our goal of becoming a hub of art and culture for the Caribbean,” Stephanie Felix, CMCArts board member said.
