RE-OPENING OCTOBER 27
The Virgin Islands
ChilDren's Museum
What Will You Discover Today?
Open 10 am to 5 pm Tuesday - Saturday
Sunday 11am to 4 pm
Closed Mondays
Last admission 30 minutes before closing
FREE Day at the VICM for CERCA Saturday at the VICM March 14, 2026! 🌟
Get ready for a day filled with exciting activities and informative talks from a variety of organizations and experts. Here's a sneak peek at what you can expect:
Attendees can look forward to engaging with a variety of activities and talks, including:
- Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency (VITEMA) Information Booth: Explore coastal and aquatic hazards and pick up free activity books.
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- United States Virgin Islands Sargassum Working Group: Dive into the world of sargassum with hands-on activities and insights into its impact on the environment.
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- Center for the Study of the Wider Caribbean (CWORI) Team: Learn about conservation initiatives and coral insights from the experts.
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- Growing Research, Restoration, Outreach and Education of U.S. Virgin Islands Mangroves (GRROE) USVI Mangroves: Witness a demonstration on the experimental use of Sargassum to grow mangroves.
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- University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) Center for Marine and Environmental Studies (CMES) Ocean Glider Lab: Engage in an Ocean Glider presentation and discussions on ocean exploration.
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- Nutritionist Dr. Avril Armstrong-Freeman: Discover the link between math skills and nutrition for holistic development.
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- Reef Resilience and Response (Reef Response): Learn about coral restoration efforts and the impact of sargassum on coral reefs.
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- Mathematician Dr. Adam Parr, University of the Virgin Islands: Engage in a short math talk about pi.
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Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn, engage, and have fun at the VICM on CERCA Saturday! See you there! 🌊🔬📚
Center for Education on Risks both Coastal and Aquatic
Explore the CERCA St Thomas dashboard, which is live on the CARICOOS school portal at: https://school.caricoos.org/en/cerca/st-thomas/
Our Story
The Center for Education about Risks both Coastal and Aquatic (CERCA) St. Thomas hosted its Grand Opening event at the Virgin Islands Children's Museum on December 13, 2025. CERCA aims to raise awareness about coastal hazards and promote resilience in the Virgin Islands community.
The event showcased interactive activities, guest lectures, and information sessions led by esteemed hazard experts. Dr. Patricia Chardón, Technical Director and Deputy Director at the Caribbean Coastal Ocean Observing System (CARICOOS), Regina Browne, Deputy Director of Planning and Preparedness at the Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency (VITEMA), Roy Watlington and Dr. Lincoln Critchley from Ocean Coastal Observing - Virgin Islands (OCOVI), and Amber McCammon, Chief Executive Officer at the Virgin Islands Children’s Museum, shared their expertise. Representatives from the Caribbean Green Technology Center and GRROE USVI Mangroves Program also contributed their knowledge.​
Looking ahead, CERCA St. Thomas plans to host four free CERCA Saturday education events in 2026 to further raise awareness about coastal hazards and resilience in the region while also highlighting the National Year of Math celebration days and the International Worldwide day of Play.
Visit CERCA St Thomas on:
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Pi Day Celebration: March 14, 2026
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Infinity Day Exploration: August 8, 2026
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Worldwide Day of Play: September 2026 (Date TBD)
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Fibonacci Fun Day: November 23, 2026 (Celebrated at the VICM on Saturday, November 21, 2026)
Experience the transformative journey with CERCA St. Thomas by joining us for special event days, school field trip visits, camps, and selected community outreach events. Engage with us in ongoing collaboration and education initiatives that are designed to strengthen the community's coastal resilience. Together, we can make a lasting impact on environmental awareness and preparedness in the Virgin Islands.
