History of the Flying Santa of the Lighthouses, 1929-2025
December 4, 2025, 7:00 p.m. eastern time
An evening with lighthouse sketch artist Jim Lammers
A fun and interesting presentation by architect and artist Jim Lammers, with Q&A
Saturday, October 11, 7 p.m. eastern time
Live virtual tour of Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse
A close look at a unique and beautiful lighthouse in Chesapeake Bay.
Friday, July 25, at 7 p.m. EDT
Honoring Keeper Ida Lewis on Saturday, May 24
Join us in Newport, Rhode Island, to honor lighthouse legend Ida Lewis!
Saturday, May 24, at 1 p.m.
The True Story of "The Finest Hours" and the rescue of the CG36500 Lifeboat
Learn about one of the most famous rescues in Coast Guard history, as well as the exciting plans for the CG36500 motor lifeboat.
Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at 7 p.m.
France South by Southwest - Virtual Tour Preview
The South of France is known for many things: natural beauty, cultural richness, picturesque villages, vineyards, fresh produce, fine wines and azure coastlines, plus 30 beautiful lighthouses.
The USLHS is offering a tour of this region, June 5th to 22nd. In addition to the lighthouses, the tour will include landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, and Notre Dame Cathedral. One of the tour highlights will be a visit to the famous Cordouan Lighthouse. Built in 1611, it's considered a Renaissance masterpiece and is known as the "Patriarch of Lighthouses."
Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at 7 p.m. eastern time
National Historic Lighthouse Preservation Act - Virtual Event
A USLHS March 2025 lighthouse preservation event!
Last day to register is March 15th
Lost and Found: Sounds of the Maine Coast by Dianne Ballon (Zoom event)
Join us for an entertaining presentation about a fascinating subject! Our guest speaker will be Dianne Ballon, a sound artist from Portland, Maine. The event is free but advance registration is required.
Saturday, January 18, 2025, at 4 p.m. eastern time
Lighthouse Vacation Auction
14th Annual Lighthouse Vacation Auction Is Here!
Click this link to visit our Auction Page and see all of the great locations that are taking part in this year's event:
Monday, December 9 thru Sunday December 15, 2024
Lighthouse Extravaganza: Happy 40th USLHS!
You won't want to miss this celebration! Special guests, music, audience participation and more!
Saturday, September 7 - 1:00 to 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Special virtual event: Greens Ledge Lighthouse, Connecticut, with Tim Pettee
A presentation by Tim Pettee, president of the Greens Ledge Light Preservation Society, about the remarkable restoration of this historic landmark.
Saturday, July 20, at 4:00 p.m EST
Special Virtual Event: Remembering Tom Chisholm and Phil Borkowski
A virtual get-together to remember two beloved members of our USLHS family.
Saturday, May 4, 2024, at 4 p.m. EST
Live Virtual Event: Photographer Pete Lerro
A very special presentation by one of the best lighthouse photographers in the U.S.
April 13, 2024 4-6pm (EST).
Southern Maine and New Hampshire Tour (October 2024) Preview
Join us for a virtual preview of one of our most popular tours!
Live Virtual Event: All About Graves Lighthouse with Dave Waller - Sat., February 17, 4 p.m. EST
An up close look at a famous wave-swept lighthouse and its incredible restoration.
A look at Halfway Rock Lighthouse in Maine with Ford Reiche - history and preservation
A presentation by the man behind on one of the most impressive lighthouse restorations anywhere.
Live Virtual Event: Restoration at Montauk Light Station & the return of the historic Fresnel lens
A presentation on an exciting restoration at one of America's most historic lighthouses.
Special Zoom Event with author Theresa Levitt
Join us at 1:00 pm (PST) / 4:00 pm (EST) - Our special guest for this presentation is Theresa Levitt, a professor of history at the University of Mississippi. Her acclaimed book A Short Bright Flash told the fascinating story of Augustin Fresnel, the French physicist who changed the world with his invention of a revolutionary lighthouse lens in the 1820s.