Children's Museums
New Friends of the Fenwick Island Lighthouse
📍 103 146th St, Ocean City, MD 21842🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 9 AM–12 AM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–12 AM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–12 AM |
About New Friends of the Fenwick Island Lighthouse
1859 lighthouse museum & keeper's house. 1859 lighthouse museum featuring an 87-ft. tower & a Gothic-style wood-frame keeper's house. The Fenwick Island Lighthouse was built in 1859, making it over 160 years old, and features an 87-foot tall tower. Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 399 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Historic Lighthouse
- Location
- Fenwick Island, Delaware
- Established
- Official lighting August 1, 1859
- Best For
- All ages interested in maritime history
- Notable Feature
- Important Delaware coastal landmark
💡 Did You Know?
- The Fenwick Island Lighthouse was built in 1859, making it over 160 years old, and features an 87-foot tall tower
- The lighthouse museum includes a Gothic-style wood-frame keeper's house, a distinctive architectural feature from the 19th century
- The lighthouse is located in the middle of a residential neighborhood rather than on the waterfront, which is an unusual placement for a coastal lighthouse
- The attraction operates on seasonal visiting hours and relies on volunteers to conduct tours and share lighthouse history with visitors
💬 What Visitors Say
- Check seasonal hours before visiting - the lighthouse closes for the season during certain months. Google Maps may not reflect current closure status, so verify operating dates on the venue's official channels.
- Plan to spend time exploring the keeper's cottage and grounds even if the lighthouse tower isn't accessible. Visitors praise the well-maintained gardens and outdoor spaces, which offer good photo opportunities and a peaceful atmosphere.
- Engage with the volunteer staff - they are knowledgeable about lighthouse history and maritime heritage. Ask them questions to enhance your understanding of the site's significance and get personalized insights you won't find on displays.
- Visit during off-season months when the grounds are less crowded and beautifully maintained. The venue is rarely overcrowded, making it ideal for a peaceful, unhurried experience.
- Remember the lighthouse is located in a residential neighborhood, not waterfront. Set expectations accordingly - this is a community historic site rather than a beach destination with water views.
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