News of the week October 27, 2023 In Pictures: South Shields (UK) Lighthouse dome lost in storm The moment the done from South Shields Lighthouse was ripped off has been captured in pictures. The lighthouse was battered by Storm Babet leading to the dome being “forcibly removed.” Click here to see the photos AND ‘His… Continue reading Lighthouse News of the Week

News of the week October 20, 2023 A tale of a haunted lighthouse: Seul Choix Point’s (MI) spirits LANSING — The smell of cigar smoke lingers as visitors walk through the dark living quarters of Gulliver’s Seul Choix Point Lighthouse. They’d think someone was there because of the smell. But no. Instead, it’s the smoking… Continue reading Lighthouse News of the Week

News of the week October 13, 2023 Restoring the Tawas Point (MI) Lighthouse Located in an area often referred to as the “Cape Cod of the Midwest,” Tawas Point Lighthouse at Tawas Point State Park in Iosco County is a fixture of the scenic Lake Huron shoreline. Before Tawas Point State Park became a destination for thousands… Continue reading Lighthouse News of the Week

News of the week October 6, 2023 Historic Tawas Point (MI) Lighthouse restoration work completed IOSCO COUNTY, MI — The historic lighthouse at Tawas Point State Park will reopen to the public in 2024 following a successful restoration effort this year. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) said contractors have completed repairs to the… Continue reading Lighthouse News of the Week

News of the week September 29, 2023 Maritime history and some fall colors included in Door County, WI, Fall Lighthouse Festival Door County – For those who like historic maritime beacons mixed in with some fall colors, the annual Door County Fall Lighthouse Festival might be something to experience. The event kicks off Friday, and… Continue reading Lighthouse News of the Week

News of the week September 15, 2023 11 Injured when Maine lighthouse walkway cracks during annual event: ‘Collapsing sound, and then some screams’ Eleven people were hurt when a lighthouse walkway collapsed over the weekend, sending people tumbling into mudflats during an annual event that encourages tours of Maine’s beloved beacons. The wooden walkway collapsed… Continue reading Lighthouse News of the Week

News of the week September 8, 2023 What to know about Maine’s annual Open Lighthouse Day Saturday Each September, more than 15,000 people visit Maine on Open Lighthouse Day, which gives the public a chance to climb light towers and visit keeper’s houses up and down the coast. On Saturday, 20 lighthouses will be open… Continue reading Lighthouse News of the Week

News of the week September 1, 2023 Fire Island (NY) Lighthouse reopens for tours For the first time all summer, the Fire Island Lighthouse was open today. Visitors are able to climb all 182 steps to the top. The tower has reopened for tours. Click here to read more *  *  * A piece of… Continue reading Lighthouse News of the Week

News of the week August 25, 2023 Don’t wat to climb 217 steps? At beloved N.J. lighthouse, a new way to see the view. For years, both the elements – the wind, the salty air, the thunderous downpours – and the stead stream of thousands of visitors gradually took a toll on the historic Barnegat… Continue reading Lighthouse News of the Week

News of the week August 11, 2023 It’s back to the original as work continues on Hillsboro Lighthouse (FL) Hillsboro Beach – Nine historically accurate windows were installed at the Hillsboro Lighthouse last week, part of ongoing work to restore areas of the 116-year-old landmark. The new windows are painted with black frames, likely like the… Continue reading Lighthouse News of the Week