National Lighthouse Museum
200 The Promenade at Lighthouse Point, Staten Island, NY 10301
Hours open
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
Closed
Wednesday:
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday:
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday:
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday:
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday:
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Location & Phone number
200 The Promenade at Lighthouse Point, Staten Island, NY 10301, United States
About the Business

The National Lighthouse Museum, located at 200 The Promenade at Lighthouse Point in New York, is a fascinating destination for history buffs and tourists alike. Situated on the former site of the United States Lighthouse Service’s General Depot in St. George, Staten Island, the museum offers a glimpse into the history and technology of the nation’s lighthouses.
Visitors can explore the 2,400 square foot 1912 USLHS foundry building and enjoy self-guided tours of exhibits such as Beacons Through Time, Supplying the Nation’s Light Stations, Optics: Projecting the Light, and Life at the Light: Lighthouse Keepers. The museum also offers monthly lectures, group tours by appointment, seasonal Lighthouse Boat Tours, and annual events like Lighthouse Weekend and Lighthouse Point Fest.
For a unique experience, visitors can take one of the museum's boat tours, which provide access to lighthouses that are not visible from land, as well as ship graveyards and bird sanctuaries. By becoming a member, visitors can enjoy special benefits and support this important historical site. Don't miss the opportunity to visit this unique museum dedicated to preserving the legacy of America's lighthouses.
Reviews
"The staff were kind enough to open just for us on a Tuesday. That was so considerate of them, and my students had a really nice time and learned quite a lot about the history of the museum . We also learned about the different types of lights that sit atop the houses along, with their use and purpose of guiding vessels at night so that every ship travels safely. Thanks again for your kindness. We had a wonderful time."
"Small but interesting place with good foundational scientific facts about lighthouses and deeper historical information about the people and events around them. Staff is very helpful and knowledgeable. The small gift shop at the front desk is cute and really affordable. Parking situation could be improved; it’s all the way out at the ferry terminal and parking lot (about a 5 min walk). Very clean restrooms."
"A fun and fascinating museum, the National Lighthouse Museum is only a short walk from the St. George Staten Island Ferry Terminal. The museum offers a brief but engrossing history of lighthouses in the US, as well as a collection of miniature lighthouses from around the world and through history. The dedicated staff is friendly and explained the layout of the museum. Even the restroom is on point with a lighthouse theme! As of May 2023, it's a smaller institution which makes it a fairly quick but enjoyable visit. The lovely views of the Verrazano Bridge and the narrows from the nearby park are an added bonus."
"I love lighthouses! But this is not a lighthouse converted to a museum. Instead, it is the national lighthouse depot that assembled French-made lens into lamps, fog horns, toilet paper holders, and whatever lighthouses needed. They are still in hopes for the restoration of the foundry and other buildings. The 4 minute film is informative, and the miniatures of many lighthouses were fun for me because I have visited more than one. If you ride the free Staten Island Ferry, it is just a few blocks away, then hop back on the ferry to get back to the Battery Park area."
"This place is great for everyone. It’s a decent size and the staff really do a good talking about the lighthouses and their history. You first start your visit off by looking at over a hundred mini lighthouses and then watching a 4 minute video about their history and the rest is up to you. The cost is adults $7 students with ID $4. I would recommend anyone to go here since it’s a great experience."
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