National Lighthouse Museum, Maritime museum in Staten Island, United States
The National Lighthouse Museum displays exhibits about lighthouse technology, maritime navigation equipment, and historical artifacts in a 2,400-square-foot building.
The museum occupies the 1912 United States Lighthouse Service foundry building, which operated as part of a national depot from 1864 to 1939.
Exhibitions and educational programs present the daily responsibilities of lighthouse keepers and their contributions to maritime safety throughout American history.
Located near St. George Ferry Terminal, the museum offers guided tours, seasonal lighthouse boat excursions from May to October, and monthly maritime lectures.
The museum building stands on the former site of the United States Lighthouse Service depot, which supplied equipment to all national lighthouses.
GPS coordinates: 40.64071,-74.07499
Latest update: March 10, 2025 18:29
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