Summary of Services
- Interactive programs and exhibits highlighting the lighthouse’s 19th-century origins
- Displays of artifacts, archives, and maritime technology
- Stories of lighthouse keepers, families, and heroic rescues
- Hands-on workshops and educational camps for all ages
- Programs focused on history, ocean conservation, and lighthouse preservation
Inviting Visitors to Explore Its Rich History
Situated on the northern edge of St. Augustine, the St. Augustine Lighthouse and Maritime Museum dates back to the late 1800s and was built on land that had been used as a strategic lookout, where watchtowers and surveillance points once safeguarded the coastline. Today, the St. Augustine Lighthouse and Maritime Museum invites visitors to explore its rich history and breathtaking surroundings through interactive programs and exhibits.
The lighthouse is preserved with a collection of artifacts, archives, and displays that showcase the evolution of maritime technology and the lives of the lighthouse keepers and their families. Exhibits reveal everything from antique navigational instruments to stories of heroic rescues, offering insight into the maritime history that shaped the region.
Through these displays, guests gain a deeper understanding of the lighthouse's role in local and national history, emphasizing its importance during periods of change and challenge. A journey up the lighthouse's 219 steps presents visitors with a physical challenge but offers a memorable reward.
A Fascinating Journey Through Education, Research, and Community Involvement
Reaching the top, guests are treated to panoramic, bird's-eye views of the ocean and the scenic city of St. Augustine, with its architecture and lush coastal landscape. This vantage point provides a unique perspective on the area's beauty, stretching from the surrounding beaches to the city's historic district.
Beyond its stunning views and historical exhibits, the St. Augustine Lighthouse and Maritime Museum is also an active center for maritime research and community engagement. Through educational camps, hands-on workshops, and special events, the museum engages people of all ages in learning about naval history, ocean conservation, and lighthouse preservation.