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Port Washington
Historical Society Ozaukee
County, Wisconsin |
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Historical Perspectives Newsletter __________________ Want
to be a Tour Guide at the Light Station? Membership in the Society not
required. Contact us at (262) 268-9150 or email: portwashhistsoc@att.net |
The 1860 Light Station & Museum
is at 311 Johnson Street in Port Washington atop St. Mary's Hill. It has been restored and serves as a museum
depicting the life of a light keep family in the 19th century. Visitors tour
the living quarters and the light tower that includes a spectacular view of
Lake Michigan. The former generator room has additional museum exhibits that
feature historic Port Washington artifacts. Museum season is from May through October with the
hours: Friday 12:00 - 4:00 Saturday 11:00 - 4:00 Sundays 12:00 - 4:00 Admission: $4 adult, $1 children Special tours: $5 adult, $2 children Children 6 years of age and younger are not
allowed to climb to the tower. Please, no flip-flops, backless shoes or
skirts when climbing the tower ladder. The Museum is open year round for
group tours by appointment. To schedule an appointment, please
call: (262) 268-9734. |
History of
the Port Washington area Light Houses Illuminating
the night sky - 4th Order Fresnel Lens Light House Renovation photographs Renovation
updates from Light House Linda Personnel
who worked or lived at the Port Washington Light Station. Contribute
to the Light Station Restoration Purchase
a Commemorative Brick |
The Port Washington Historical Society is a volunteer, non-profit organization
