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31 S. Rhode Island Ave
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
P: (609) 449-1360
F: (609) 449-1919
Jean Muchanic
Executive Director
jean@
abseconlighthouse.org
Absecon Lighthouse
The Absecon Lighthouse
Experience New Jersey's tallest lighthouse, with its original 1st Order Fresnel lens, first lit in 1857 and still in place at the top. The 4-year, $3.4 million restoration includes a stunning replica of the lightkeeper's dwelling, an educational museum, charming gift shop and expansive grounds detailing the history of the site.
Cultural Education at the Lighthouse
Educational programs offered include "See the Light - Sailors, Seafood & Lifesaving", a standards-based experiential learning program for the 4th Grade and "Keeper Sleeper", a sleepover program for youth groups. Tours & Exhibits for grades K-12. Teacher Prep Materials are available and programming is core-curriculum-based.
Contact Stephanie Carr, stephaniecarr@abseconlighthouse.org, for more information about educational programming at the Absecon Lighthouse.
Group Tours at the Lighthouse
Group rate with lesson, includes a guided tour of the grounds and museum and an organized climb to the top of the tower. Children $3.50: Adults $4.00
For more information about scheduling a visit to the Lighthouse, contact Stephanie Carr, stephaniecarr@abseconlighthouse.org.