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Saint Croix Island International Historic Site
International Historic Site — ME
The winter of 1604-1605 on Saint Croix Island was a cruel one for Pierre Dugua's French expedition. Iced in by freezing temperatures and cut off from fresh water and game, 35 of 79 men died. As spring arrived and native people traded game for bread, the health of those remaining improved. Although the expedition moved on by summer, the beginning of French presence in North America had begun.
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- InformationOperating Hours & Seasons
The park is normally open year-round during daylight hours. Some park facilities are closed during the winter.
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Source: National Park Service.
Upcoming Events
- Junior Ranger Day WeekendSat Aug 29 2026
- Junior Ranger Day WeekendSun Aug 30 2026
- Stars Over Saint CroixSat Sep 12 2026
- International Observe the Moon NightSat Sep 19 2026Meet at the visitor center