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Tuesday at the Tower: Stephen Crane, The Commodore and the Open Boat
October 28, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Explore the dramatic true story behind Stephen Crane’s classic work The Open Boat. In 1897, Crane—already acclaimed for The Red Badge of Courage—found himself shipwrecked off the coast of Florida aboard the Commodore. His harrowing experience at sea and the sight of the Ponce Inlet Lighthouse inspired the pages of his unforgettable tale. Discover the history of Crane’s ill-fated voyage, the role our lighthouse played in his survival story, and how fact and fiction blended into one of America’s greatest short stories.
Included with regular paid admission.