Events

On Tuesday, September 23, from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, discover a special Household Artifact Display. Explore everyday objects from the lighthouse keepers’ past and learn how these items were used in daily life at the light station. This program is included with regular admission.

Explore the historic light station grounds, climb 175 feet to the top for breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and inland waterways, and uncover fascinating stories about the keepers who once called this place home. Learn about the evolution of maritime navigation, the challenges of lighthouse life, and the preservation efforts that keep this National […]

Thursday at the Tower: Walk and Talk “The Ponce Inlet Lighthouse” September 25, 2025 at 11:00 AM* You may have visited the Ponce Inlet Lighthouse before, but never like this! Come join this fascinating walking tour of the Lighthouse & Museum, accompanied by a Ponce Inlet Lighthouse Tour Guide. Participants should dress for the outdoors […]

Step back in time with a docent-led tour of the beautifully restored Pacetti Hotel Museum. Discover fascinating stories of Ponce Inlet’s past, see authentic period artifacts, and learn about the people who helped shape this unique coastal community. Perfect for history enthusiasts and curious visitors alike. Included with regular admission. No reservation required.

Take a closer look at one of Ponce Inlet’s historic landmarks. This guided tour of the Pacetti Hotel Museum offers insights into the daily lives of past residents and the building’s enduring legacy.

Consisting of various tribes that shared a common language, the Timucua inhabited most of what is today Central and North Florida. What is a shell midden? How do you pronounce Timucua? How did they live? Where are they now? These questions and many more will be answered in this in-depth presentation about some of our […]

Step into the season and uncover local history this fall! Join us for a docent-led tour of the beautifully restored Pacetti Hotel Museum, where you’ll explore fascinating stories, see unique artifacts, and experience Ponce Inlet’s past come to life. Included with regular admission. No registration required.

Join us for our monthly event: Climb to the Moon!

Discover the fascinating story of famed turn-of-the-20th century artist and frequent Pacetti Hotel guest William Aiken Walker during a special one hour presentation hosted by museum curator Felipe De Paula at Pacetti Hotel on Tuesday, October 7th. Learn about the artist’s unique role in helping the Florida pioneers Bartola and Martha Pacetti develop the Pacetti […]

Join us for a docent-led tour of the Ponce Inlet Lighthouse, where you’ll hear fascinating stories of lighthouse life, discover how maritime navigation evolved, and explore one of the nation’s most authentic light stations. Perfect for history lovers, families, and curious minds alike! Included with regular admission.