Annaberg Plantation Review

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Annaberg Plantation

  • Address: Leinster Bay Rd., Annaberg, St. John
  • Phone: 340/776-6201
  • www.nps.gov/viis
Write a review | Avg. member rating: 4.2/5

Fodor's Review:

In the 18th century, sugar plantations dotted the steep hills of this island. Slaves and free Danes and Dutchmen toiled to harvest the cane that was used to create sugar, molasses, and rum for export. Built in the 1780s, the partially restored plantation at Leinster Bay was once an important sugar mill. Although there are no official visiting hours, the National Park Service has regular tours, and some well-informed taxi drivers will show you around. Occasionally you may see a living-history demonstration—someone making johnnycake or weaving baskets. For information on tours and cultural events, contact the St. John National Park Service Visitors Center.

  • Cost: Free
  • Open: Daily dawn-dusk
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Reviewed by joebird from Sacramento, CA on 1/4/07
This ruin is cool, but seems they could do more with it. The signs are not very informative.

Member Rating: 4.2
Ratings details: Experience: 4.0 Ease: 5.0 Value: 5.0 Don't Miss: 3.0
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