National Lighthouse Museum
St. George· Staten Island1 hourhistoryspecialty
The National Lighthouse Museum occupies the site of the oldest lighthouse depot in the United States, where lighthouse supplies were manufactured and shipped to beacons along the East Coast for over a century. The museum tells the story of America's lighthouse system and the keepers who tended them.
Permanent Collection
Artifacts, equipment, and archives documenting America's lighthouse system, including Fresnel lenses, fog signal equipment, keeper logbooks, and a comprehensive library of lighthouse history.
Collection Highlights
Rare Fresnel lens collectionLighthouse keeper artifacts and personal effectsHistoric foghorns and signaling equipmentSite of the original USLHE supply depot (1864)
Hours & Admission
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 10am – 5pm |
| ThursdayToday | 10am – 5pm |
| Friday | 10am – 5pm |
| Saturday | 10am – 5pm |
| Sunday | 10am – 5pm |
Open Wednesday–Sunday 10am to 5pm. Seasonal closures possible; check website.
Admission
| General | $8 |
| Students | $5 |
| Seniors | $5 |
| Children under 5 | Free |
Members and children under 5 free.
Access & Getting There
Accessibility
- ♿ Wheelchair accessible
Getting There
Staten Island Ferry to St. George Terminal (walk)
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