Oranjestad Attractions
Oranjestad, the capital of St Eustatius, is divided into Upper and Lower Towns. There are a number of 18th c. ruins in the area around the bay, with businesses and more recent deveopement in the Upper Town.
De Graaff House
De Graaff House is a small museum which tells visitors about the settlement and natural history of the island.
Dutch Reform Church
The Dutch Reform Church has been in ruins since the roof was destroyed in the 18th c, but visitors may still climb its tower for a clear view of the island.
Fort Oranje
The preserved 17th c. Fort Oranje retains its cannons and bastions. In the courtyard are memorials to Michiel Adriaanz de Ruyter (17th c. Dutch Admiral), the 18th c. American Man of War "Andrew Doria", a World War II Memorial, and a Bicentenail plaque donated by the U.S. Virgin Islands. The fort overlooks Lower Oranjestad.
Gertrude Judson Memorial Library
The Gertrude Judson Memorial Library houses a collection of Caribbean literature.
Honen Dalim Synagogue
Built in 1739, the Honen Dalim Synagogue is no longer in use. Its cemetery contains markers from the 18th and 19th centuries.
St Eustatius Historical Foundation Museum
The St Eustatius Historical Foundation Museum in Oranjestad, contained in an 18th c. merchant's house, displays household and nautical articles and antiques. There are also archeological displays related to the island.
St Eustatius Historical Foundation Museum
Wilhelminaweg #3
Oranjestad, St Eustatius
Netherlands Antilles
Wilhelminaweg #3
Oranjestad, St Eustatius
Netherlands Antilles
