Many of us dream of sleeping in a museum! Artists dream of staying in such a special place as the Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts and many do as part of the Artist-in-Residence program. Now you, too, can stay in this unique and charming place.
The space
Artist's Dream
The Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts is located in a beautifully restored historic building that dates back to the 1700's in the quaint and charming town of Frederiksted, located on the west end of St. Croix, Virgin Islands. This sleepy and quiet seaside town offers the perfect cross-section of the island's history, culture, landscape and outdoor activities.
In addition to world class art exhibitions, teaching workshops and art studios there are 3 residences to accommodate visitors looking for comfort, culture and natural wonders in a safe and serene setting. CMCArts faces the Caribbean Sea and includes a gated wraparound courtyard, beautifully landscaped and furnished for your enjoyment.
The Museum Center is within walking distance of restaurants, cafes, shops, beaches and historic Fort Frederik museum. Frederiksted is truly one of the most picturesque, historic seaports in the Caribbean, it's Victorian architecture and arcaded streets are reminders of a bygone era that produced a vibrant culture. A perfect place for scholars, students and artists as well as those travelers looking for an authentic experience of Danish/American history in a peaceful and relaxing environment.
There are many cafes within close walking distance, featuring everything from local fare, to sandwiches, to pizza, to “ital" (vegetarian fare), beach bar food, and fine dining options with fresh seafood and live music.
Each of the three residences at Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts has a beautiful upscale kitchen with counters of granite and new appliances as well as all the utensils, pots, pans, dishes and linens that you will need for fine dining inside or out. Each kitchen has a microwave, toaster oven and coffee pot. Internet is available in certain locations throughout the complex.
The Studio located on the second floor balcony overlooks the courtyard and has two twin beds that can be pushed together or separated as desired. It has a beautiful mahogany table and chairs, dresser, closet for hanging your clothes, a lovely oriental carpet and all the linens you will need. The bathroom has toilet, sink and shower with space for your toiletries and other items. Plantation shutters adorn the windows to provide shade when needed or full light when desired. The shutter doors secure the studio at night. There are ceiling fans and a floor fan. The view from the balcony is of the courtyard and the rooftops of Frederiksted. The galleries upstairs and down, face the beautiful Caribbean sea.
