Events

Take a break from the beach and visit the Ponce De Leon Inlet Lighthouse and Museum on Labor Day! We will be open from 10 AM - 9 PM with special activities on site from 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM 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 […]

Join us for a special presentation at the Daytona Beach Regional Library: World War II in Volusia County presented by Ponce Inlet Lighthouse Director of Operations, Mike Bennett Wednesday September 3, 2025 at 2:00 PM Daytona Beach Regional Library  

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.

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

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.

Presented by James “Zach” ZachariasSenior Curator of Education and Curator of HistoryMuseum of Arts and Sciences, Daytona Beach Discover Florida’s rich nautical heritage through the lens of fine art. Join us for a captivating Tuesday at the Tower presentation featuring “It’s a Ship Show: Florida’s Maritime Canvas”—a special program exploring the state’s deep maritime history […]

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 […]

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.

This month's Volunteer Meeting will be held on Tuesday, 9/16/25 beginning at 11 AM in the Education Building. This meeting will also be open for new volunteer applicants: Do you have a passion for history that you would like to share with young and old alike? Are you looking for an opportunity to socialize with […]

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.

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.

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.