The annual Midcoast Maine Lighthouse Challenge offers the general public a fun-learning way to experience the lights up close and personal by having the opportunity to climb to the top of seven Midcoast sentinels and enjoy the rich history and beauty that surrounds these special places. This year’s event, sponsored by the American Lighthouse Foundation […]
Memories & Songs of Owls Head Light at Owls Head Community Center
Whether you have ever imagined what it would be like to grow up at a lighthouse or have been inspired by the allure and romance of our coastal sentinels, you will not want to miss the program “Memories & Songs of Owls Head Light” on Saturday, June 29th, 7:00 pm at the Owls Head Community […]
Owls Head Light “Shines” for Visitors on Opening Day
Opening day at Owls Head Lighthouse on May 25, 2013 came with fog draped over West Penobscot Bay and a northeast wind, gusting over 25-knots, carrying upon its shoulders a cold rain that doused any hope of dry warmth in the offing. Yet, despite the elements, volunteers from ALF’s Friends of Rockland Harbor Lights were […]
Prepping the Keeper’s House at Owls Head Light Station
With the anticipation of moving its headquarters to the keeper’s house at Maine’s Owls Head Light Station by mid-March 2013, the American Lighthouse Foundation is busy working to prepare the dwelling for the transition – and the exciting opportunities it affords to preserve the historic house and share it with the general public. From a […]
‘Tis the Season at Owls Head Light
Owls Head Lighthouse, perched high above West Penobscot Bay, is a majestic sight anytime of the year, but for the month of December the venerable tower has also donned a festive appearance as the holiday season descends upon us. With Christmas just weeks away, volunteers from the American Lighthouse Foundation and its local chapter, Friends […]
ALF to open the Keeper’s House at Owls Head Light
The American Lighthouse Foundation is pleased to announce the newest addition to the list of historic lighthouse properties that the organization cares for – the keeper’s house at Maine’s Owls Head Light Station. ALF, which already cares for the 1852 lighthouse at the historic site, will soon be opening the keeper’s house at Owls Head […]
4th Annual Maine Open Lighthouse Day Set for September 15
For Immediate Release July 13, 2012 Media Contacts: United States Coast Guard First District Public Affairs (617) 223-8515 Kevin Gove On behalf of the Maine Office of Tourism (207) 620-9072 Bob Trapani, Executive Director American Lighthouse Foundation (207) 594-4174 AUGUSTA, Maine – The fourth annual Maine Open Lighthouse Day will take place rain or shine […]
Midcoast Maine Lighthouse Challenge to be held June 23 & 24
The arrival of summer brings with it a chance to spend some great time with family and friends along the Maine coast by participating in the fifth annual Midcoast Maine Lighthouse Challenge. The Midcoast Maine Lighthouse Challenge is a fun-filled event being held on June 23th and 24th that “challenges” participants to visit seven lighthouses […]
Lobster Bake to Benefit Two ALF Midcoast Maine Lighthouses
If you like lobsters and lighthouses, then the American Lighthouse Foundation and its chapter, Friends of Rockland Harbor Lights, have just the event for you! The organization is sponsoring a lobster bake on Saturday, June 23rd at 5:00 pm along the shores of Maine’s Rockland Harbor to benefit ALF and the lighthouses at Rockland Breakwater […]
Lighthouse Sunset Cruise to benefit Rockland Breakwater & Owls Head Lights
The American Lighthouse Foundation and its local chapter, Friends of Rockland Harbor Lights, invite the public to join them Friday, June 22, 2012 for a lighthouse sunset cruise along beautiful Penobscot Bay, which will feature seven Midcoast guiding lights. The cruise is a wonderful opportunity for participants to enjoy a close-up view of Browns Head […]
J.B. Leslie Company is Presented with ALF’s 2012 President’s Award
The American Lighthouse Foundation held its annual lighthouse gala at the Four Points by Sheraton in Eastham, MA, on April 28, 2012. The organization’s signature event featured some wonderful lighthouse camaraderie, fundraising, a great meal and some Cape Cod lighthouses open for climbing (Nauset, The Three Sisters and Highland), but the highlight of the evening […]
Public Invited to Annual Meeting for the Friends of Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse
The Friends of Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse will hold their annual meeting at the Rockland Yacht Club in Harbor Park on Wednesday, March 7, 2012 at 5:30 pm. The meeting is open to the public and will feature video and photography presentations by Craig Mathieson and Bob Trapani, Jr., in addition to updates on the exciting […]
