Step back in time when you explore these lighthouses—all open to the public.
Built as beacons to guide sailors to safe harbor, the allure of lighthouses still draws us in. Even though lighthouses were primarily intended to show sailors what to avoid, we now seem to be drawn to them. Dozens of these graceful structures remain in Maryland. Begin your lighthouse tour with these beautiful historic beacons and enjoy the surrounding nature and vistas of the Chesapeake region.
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99 Cove Point Lighthouse
Not only can you tour this lighthouse, but you can also rent one of the two renovated rental units in the keeper’s quarters that include all the modern amenities and beach accessbook an evening in the renovated keeper’s quarters.. Stay at this unique historic lighthouse and spend your day playing on the bay.
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Photo By: Calvert County Department of Economic Development100 Drum Point Lighthouse
Visitors to the Calvert Marine Museum can climb inside this 46-foot-tall structure and and see the preserved innkeeper’s quarters that are still intact. The museum also offers boat tours of neighboring lighthouses.
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History & Heritage
Location:
14200 Solomons Island Rd
Solomons, MD 20688
410-326-2042
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101 Choptank River Lighthouse
Located in Cambridge, this replica lighthouse is open for self-guided, free tours and even has a museum.
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102 Fort Washington Lighthouse
This 1870 lighthouse is on the grounds of Fort Washington Park outside Washington, D.C., and is still used as a navigational aid today. Visit the historic lighthouse and fort, then enjoy a picnic or a day fishing.
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History & Heritage
Location:
13551 Fort Washington Rd
Fort Washington, MD 20744
301-763-4600
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103 Concord Point Lighthouse
A National Register historic site, this Havre de Grace beacon is made of Port Deposit granite andstalwart granite beacon in Havre de Grace has withstood the tests of time and is the oldest lighthouse in Maryland still open for public visits.
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History & Heritage
Location:
Lafayette and Concord St
Havre de Grace, MD 21078
410-939-9040
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104 Hooper Strait Lighthouse
Originally built in 1879, today this lighthouse is located on the grounds of the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in St. Michaels. Visitors can climb inside the hands-on exhibit or participate and enjoy the hands-on exhibits or participate in the museum’s Lighthouse Overnight Program, which allows guests to live the life of a lighthouse keeper.
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105 Piney Point Lighthouse
The oldest on the Potomac River, climb this 1836 lighthouse for great panoramic views, then walk along the beach or bring your kayak for a day on the water.
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History & Heritage
Location:
44720 Lighthouse Rd
Piney Point, MD 20674
301-994-1471
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106 Turkey Point Lighthouse
The lighthouse sits atop a 100-foot bluff and offers stunning views of the crown of the Chesapeake Bay, Turkey Point Lighthouse commands spectacular views. Still an active navigation beacon, Turkey Point is in beautiful Elk Neck State Park.
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History & Heritage
Location:
4395 Turkey Point Road
North East, MD 21901
410-287-5333
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107 Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse
The last of the classic Chesapeake screwpile lighthouses still in its original location, Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse is perhaps the most recognizable and beloved landmarks on the bay. Accessible only by boat and staffed by volunteer docents, Thomas Point is on the National Register Historic Places. You may Tour the inside of Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse weekends Aug. 1 - Oct. 10, 2015.
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Events
Location:
723 Second St
Annapolis, MD 21403
415-362-7255
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Photo By: Historic Ships in Baltimore108 Seven Foot Knoll Lighthouse
Located in the heart of Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, this lighthouse is part of Historic Ships in Baltimore. Fascinating exhibits provide a great window into history and fantastic harbor views make for contains an extensive exhibit and great views, perfect for that family selfies.
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General Attractions
Location:
Pier 5, Inner Harbor
Baltimore, MD 21202