Lighthouse Museum and Gift Shop Open

The Lighthouse Museum and the Keeper's House Gift Shop are earning rave reviews from visitors after opening to the public on August 21, 2011.

The museum features displays on the need for a lighthouse on St. George Island, the history of the lighthouse and its tragic collapse, the lives of the keepers, and the reconstruction of the Cape St. George Light.

Pieces of the 1852 lighthouse are on display, as is the keeper's uniform worn by Florida Lighthouse Association President Stan Farnham.  A Time Line of the history of the lighthouse was researched by SGLA member Penny Angel and is dedicated to her memory.

The Keeper's House Gift Shop is filled with unique items commemorating the lighthouse and St. George Island.  Gift Shop Manager Carol Talley has created a distinctive boutique featuring the works of local artists as well as traditional lighthouse merchandise.

Handmade jewelry, baskets, and wine glasses are available, as well as a selection of books, prints, and children's items.

The Lighthouse Museum and the Keeper's House Gift Shop are located in the Lighthouse Keeper's House and are open during the same hours as the Cape St. George Light.

Posted by Kemp Terry - Sunday, 08/21/11, 01:34 PM - Comments - Category: News