Ponce Inlet Lighthouse Programs Department is back in action!
The Ponce Inlet Lighthouse Programs and Education Department has roared back to life during the past few months. Community outreach, on-site education and collaboration between the lighthouse and the Volusia County School district has all returned almost explosively from the hiatus of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Discover Ponce Inlet’s Wild Side
The Town of Ponce Inlet is home to several public parks and pristine ecological areas where visitors can still experience wild Florida in all its glory. Untouched by modern development, these wild examples of natural Florida are home to a host of flora and fauna species native to the Sunshine State. Visitors can stroll down well-maintained paths, enjoy the natural scenery, and experience a true cross-section of Florida’s diverse coastal environment as they explore natural hardwood hammocks, tidal wetlands, and unspoiled dune systems.
Tying the Knot At Ponce Inlet Lighthouse Grounds: A Unique Historic Landmark Venue
Thinking about getting married in a unique spot? Historic wedding venues offer a truly distinctive space for wedding couples. The Ponce DeLeon Inlet Lighthouse and Museum offers you the opportunity to utilize the lighthouse grounds as a special wedding venue.
Discovering Native Florida: Ponce Inlet Plant Guide
Visit Ponce Inlet to explore many varieties of well-preserved Florida vegetation within this coastal community. Ponce Inlet is home to several native coastal, Florida plants. Come discover the flora and fauna. Learn about the history, related to Ponce Inlet’s belief in the value of preserving our natural spaces.
Soak Up the End of Summer in Ponce Inlet
Celebrate the end of summer at the Ponce DeLeon Inlet Lighthouse and Museum this Labor Day Weekend. Discover the fascinating story of this historic landmark as you climb 203 steps to the top of Florida’s tallest lighthouse!
Update: Constance D. Hunter Memorial Pacetti Hotel Museum Restoration & Development
The restoration of the Historic Pacetti Hotel remains ongoing. In the meantime, the Ponce Inlet Lighthouse Preservation Association would like to give our members a sneak peek into some of the exhibits and themes that will be discussed and interpreted inside the Pacetti Hotel once it opens as a museum for the public.
Discover International Lighthouse & Lightship Day on August 22nd
Celebrate International Lighthouse and Lightship Day on the third weekend in August with The Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse & Museum. Explore the unique role lighthouses and lightships have played in the development of safe maritime commerce around the globe!
Catch the Spirit of ’45 Day at Ponce Inlet Lighthouse
It is important to explore our history, listen to the stories and preserve the memories of those who lived it. Catch the Spirit of ‘45 Day during your visit to Ponce Inlet Lighthouse on August 15th, 2021!
Experience National Lighthouse Day in Ponce Inlet
Visit the Ponce Inlet Lighthouse and Museum on August 7, 2021, and help celebrate National Lighthouse Day! Tour the world-famous lighthouse museum and participate in family-oriented activities! Enjoy living history interpretations, hands-on workshops, and a special arts-and-crafts workshop for the kids. All activities are provided at no additional charge with your regular admission price from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM.
Discover the Origins of Flag Day
Have you ever wondered about the origins of Flag Day? You may have noticed it featured on your calendar as an annual holiday or heard about it in school, but how did it begin? Read on to discover the origins of the unique holiday, the meaning behind celebrating it today, and how you can spend Flag Day 2021 at the lighthouse!