Events

Discover the history of one of Ponce Inlet’s historic landmarks during a guided tour of the Pacetti Hotel Museum! Explore the stories of the families who lived here, learn about […]

Discover the history of one of Ponce Inlet’s historic landmarks during a guided tour of the Pacetti Hotel Museum! Explore the stories of the families who lived here, learn about the building’s fascinating past, and uncover its connections to the local community and Florida’s coastal history. From its early days as a hotel to the […]

The Ponce Inlet Lighthouse & Museum will be closed on Christmas Day. We will reopen on December 26th at 10 AM. Have a wonderful holiday!

Explore the perilous history of Florida’s coast and the vital role the Ponce Inlet Lighthouse played in guiding sailors through dangerous waters during this unique walking tour. The tour will last approximately two hours, beginning with a welcome in the Gift Shop Conference Room followed by a guided walk through the Lighthouse and Museum grounds. […]

Discover the history of one of Ponce Inlet’s historic landmarks during a guided tour of the Pacetti Hotel Museum! Explore the stories of the families who lived here, learn about the building’s fascinating past, and uncover its connections to the local community and Florida’s coastal history. From its early days as a hotel to the […]

Discover the history of one of Ponce Inlet’s historic landmarks during a guided tour of the Pacetti Hotel Museum! Explore the stories of the families who lived here, learn about the building’s fascinating past, and uncover its connections to the local community and Florida’s coastal history. From its early days as a hotel to the […]

Start 2027 with a visit to one of Florida’s most iconic landmarks! The Ponce Inlet Lighthouse & Museum will be open for special holiday hours on Friday, January 1, and Saturday, January 2, 2027, from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Explore the historic lighthouse and museum, take in breathtaking views of the coast, and enjoy […]

Discover the history of one of Ponce Inlet’s historic landmarks during a guided tour of the Pacetti Hotel Museum! Explore the stories of the families who lived here, learn about the building’s fascinating past, and uncover its connections to the local community and Florida’s coastal history. From its early days as a hotel to the […]

Experience the stories behind one of Ponce Inlet’s historic treasures on this guided tour. Wander through restored rooms filled with period furnishings and fascinating artifacts while learning about the Pacetti family, the growth of the community, and the hotel’s place in Florida’s early tourism and coastal history. Included with regular admission. No reservation required.

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. […]