Many of the historic structures represent each island's rich and unique heritage. Recording and documenting these buildings is vital to preserve the integrity of Caribbean history. The mission of Caribbean Volunteer Expeditions is to assist in this vital task, through the enthusiastic efforts of its volunteers. We hope to help preserve the heritage of the Caribbean, to contribute to the broader base of information about Caribbean styles and stylistic influences, history, and its architecture, and to share this information through our trips and publications. We also offer architectural services and historic preservation planning assistance in an effort to encourage the economically viable preservation of significant examples of the region's architectural and cultural heritage.
Volunteers pay for their own airfare, lodging, and meals.
Many times we are provided with free or low cost accommodations and car rentals. CVE works with local agencies such as National Trusts, museums, National Park Services, Archives Departments, and local Historic Societies. We help these organizations with projects which they assess as important. Our major activity is recording the conditions of a historic or vernacular site. We produce photographs, measured drawings and reports of sites and buildings.