FLAGSHIP INITIATIVE

The Islands of the World Cultural, Culinary & Creative Innovation Center

A proposed global destination in the U.S. Virgin Islands where island heritage is not simply displayed – it is taught, practiced, performed, tasted, documented, and carried into the future.
U.S. Virgin Islands
Proposed destination
FLAGSHIP INITIATIVE

A Proposed Global Destination in The U.S. Virgin Islands

The Islands of the World Cultural, Culinary & Creative Innovation Center is a proposed global destination in the U.S. Virgin Islands where island heritage is not simply displayed – it is taught, practiced, performed, tasted, documented, and carried into the future.
Woman in a vibrant Caribbean folkloric dress dancing outdoors at sunset in a tropical setting with palm trees and candlelight.
PROGRAM DIMENSIONS

Program Dimensions

Approved dimensions from the AXGROW GLOBAL master website content.
Education & Workforce Studios
Visual Arts
Music, Dance & Theater
Film & Digital Media
Culinary Heritage
Food Entrepreneurship & Teaching Kitchens
Artist, Artisan & Culture-Bearer Opportunities
AI, STEM, STEAM & Robotics
Creative Technology
Performance, Museum, Exhibition & Community Gathering Spaces
Marketplace Connecting Island Creators
Intergenerational Learning Pathways
CAPITAL & LAND PARTNERSHIP

A Catalytic Investment in Resilient Cultural Infrastructure

$72,000,000

Capital Development

Facility design, construction, accessibility, resilient infrastructure, equipment, furnishings, technology, and launch readiness.

10–18 acres

Land Partnership

Requested separately as a donated or strategically contributed site.
CREATOR-FIRST PROMISE

Net proceeds from participating creators’ work are intended to return to those creators, supporting a more equitable and sustainable creative economy.

WHY THE U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS

A Unique Place
A Global Platform

The U.S. Virgin Islands offer a powerful combination of cultural richness, natural beauty, strategic location, and a strong opportunity to create a global center for education, culture, and innovation.
Aerial view of a turquoise bay surrounded by lush green mountains in the U.S. Virgin Islands.

A Rich Cultural Heritage

A crossroads of people, traditions and creative expression.
Tropical beach in the U.S. Virgin Islands at sunset with palm trees and calm Caribbean water.

A Strategic Location

Connecting the Caribbean and the world.
Culinary mentor guiding a young learner in a professional kitchen training environment.

A Brighter Future

Opportunities for current and future generations.
SUPPORT

Support the Initiative

The Islands of the World Cultural, Culinary & Creative Innovation Center is a proposed global destination in the U.S. Virgin Islands.