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About Us
The Society was started in 2001 by David Hayes, Gary Bourdon, and John Farchette, at one point boasting over 100 members. The Society was established to promote the study of archaeology on St. Croix, but its primary goal is to house and repatriate St. Croix artifacts, most of which are housed across oceans in places like the National Museum of Denmark in Copenhagen and the Smithsonian in Washington D.C. Hurricane Maria and the Covid-19 pandemic critically affected the Society, during which it lost much of its dedicated membership.
In 2022, Dr. Alexandra Jones joined the St. Croix Archaeological Society as President of the Board, with a fresh vision for how to re-establish the organization, initiate community-informed programming, and attract new members. Although originally established to focus primarily on indigenous archaeology (2500 B.C.E-1493), the Society has recently broadened its period of interest to incorporate the colonial period through the contemporary day.
Executive Board
Alexandra Jones, PhD
President of the Board
Alexandra Jones is the Founder and President of Jones Archeology Consulting. She completed her Ph.D. in Historical Archeology at the University of California, Berkeley in 2010. Her work focuses on African diaspora archaeology, community archeology and archeology outreach. Jones has been an archeology educator for more than 16 years focused on making archaeological knowledge accessible to all. She also worked for the PBS television show Time Team America as the Archeology Field School Director, where she directed field schools for junior high and high school students. Dr. Jones serves as the President for the Society of Black Archaeologists and she serves as the Chair for the US Cultural Property Advisory Committee for the Unites States appointed by President Biden.
John Farchette
Vice President of the Board
John Farchette is one of the founding members of the St. Croix Archaeological Society and is a multi-generational Crucian. He has long been interested in pre-contact archeology and has participated in numerous excavations and research projects, even discovering several petroglyphs on the island. Until his retirement in 2022, John worked as a Marine Park Ranger at the East End Marine Park, Department of Planning and Natural Resources.
Stephen K. Cohen
Board Member
Stephen K. Cohen has been a resident of St. Croix for over 34 years. He became actively involved with the St. Croix Archaeological Association in the 1990s under the leadership of Dr. David Hayes, contributing to the preservation and study of the island's rich cultural heritage. With a career spanning more than 30 years as a practicing General Dentist serving both in the U.S. Air Force and in private practice. Stephen later dedicated a decade to teaching science at Central High School, where he inspired students in the fields of Biology and Forensic Sciences. He is also a Certified Forensic Odontologist, combining his expertise in dentistry with his passion for science and education to support both the academic and professional communities of St. Croix.
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Our Work
The St. Croix Archaeological Society is committed to facilitating lively discussion about the island's cultural heritage, promoting education through public programs and events, and cultivating a supportive and sustainable research environment on St. Croix to inspire future generations to feel grounded in a nuanced understanding about the island's past.
St. Croix Archeology Museum
We manage a small museum at Apothecary Hall on Company Street in Christiansted. It is currently closed as we re-envision how to interpret the museum to better serve our community. If you are interested in donating or sponsoring part of the future museum, please contact us!
Volunteer Excavations
One of the many benefits of Society membership is the opportunity to get your hands dirty and participate in a dignified community! We also provide coaching and membership for youths interested in pursuing a career in cultural heritage.
Archaeo Cafe
Archaeo Cafe is a bi-annual community event, in which members of the public can attend panel discussions, lectures, and temporary exhibitions in a casual and informal environment.
Summer Programs
Together with our partner organizations, we run special programming through the summer for future archaeologists and culture bearers.
Journals
Volumes 1-10 1974-1980
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Society Membership
Become part of our growing community of heritage enthusiasts! There are many benefits to becoming a member of the St. Croix Archaeological Society. You will have access to our quarterly newsletter, volunteer digs and walking tours, and the inside scoop on cutting-edge research happening on St. Croix. You will also be part of a diverse community of people who are passionate about learning about the past, dedicated to the preservation of our cultural resources, and committed to inspiring future generations of culture bearers.
As a small organization, we rely on membership to sustain our programs, publications, and research activities. Your support ensures we can continue to unearth stories about St. Croix's distant and not-so-distant past.
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Would you consider sponsoring society membership for a local student? If interested, please reach out: stxarcsoc@gmail.com
St. Croix Archaeological Society Membership Form
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For payments by check, please mail to:
St. Croix Archaeological Society
123 Main St
Christiansted, VI 00820
Contact Us
For more information about the St. Croix Archaeological Society or to get involved, please feel free to reach out to us. We would like to hear from you and answer any questions you may have.
