The United States Lighthouse Society is a nonprofit historical and educational organization dedicated to saving and sharing the rich maritime legacy of American lighthouses and supporting lighthouse preservation throughout the nation.
Featured Lighthouse Tour
2023 Northern California
Thomas Point Shoal
Lighthouse Tours/Cruises
2023 Schedule is here!
Lighthouse Lodging
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Have you ever wanted to stay at a lighthouse? This is the most comprehensive list of locations across the U.S. that offer a variety of experiences.
Lighthouse Preservation Grants Program
What's New
If you don't have one yet, our 2022 holiday ornament is still available. The Marblehead Lighthouse, OH, officially lit on June 22, 1822, in honor of their 200th anniversary.
Our previously sold out lighthouse photography book, by David Zapatka, is available again.
Amazon Smile
Great News! Amazon will make a donation to the U.S. Lighthouse Society when you shop with them!
Visit this section of our site specifically designed for kids. With activities and stories, it makes learning about lighthouses fun!
Lighthouse Podcast
The town of Newport on the central Oregon coast is home to two picturesque lighthouses, at Yaquina Head and Yaquina Bay. Friends of Yaquina Lighthouses, a nonprofit organization formed in 1988, supports the preservation and interpretation of the two sites. Amy Anderson is the executive director of Friends of Yaquina Lighthouses, and Andrew Smalldon is an education technician for the Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area. Absecon Lighthouse in Atlantic City, New Jersey, is hosting its annual “Evening of Romance & Renewal” on February 11th. Jean Muchanic, executive director of Absecon Lighthouse, explains what the event is all about. This episode is co-hosted by Jen Lewis, fundraising and outreach manager for the Point Cabrillo Lightkeepers Association in California.
Passport Program & Club
The United States Lighthouse Society Passport Program is designed to generate donations for participating lighthouses in addition to being a fun and educational way to learn about lighthouses and chronicle your lighthouse adventures. Collect unique stamps from over 600 locations throughout the country. In addition, when you join our Passport Club you will receive a special gift and periodic updates on new stamp locations and stamp hunting tips.
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Lighthouse History
Learn more about the history and development of Lighthouses in America and around the world.
