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SUMMARY:Outreach: Women Who Kept the Lights
DESCRIPTION:Step into an inspiring chapter of maritime history at New Smyrna Beach Regional Library with “Women Who Kept the Lights.” Discover the stories of the 141 documented women lighthouse keepers and learn how the U.S. Lighthouse Service became the first federal agency to employ women beyond traditional roles. Celebrate their courage\, dedication\, and lasting impact on America’s coastal heritage.
URL:https://www.ponceinlet.org/event/outreach-women-who-kept-the-lights/
LOCATION:New Smyrna Beach Regional Library\, 1001 S Dixie Fwy\, New Smyrna Beach\, 32168\, United States
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SUMMARY:Climb to the Moon - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:*March 3rd Climb to the Moon is sold out. We hope you consider joining us for a later date!\n  \nJoin us on the evening of Tuesday\, March 3rd\, 2026 for the Ponce Inlet Lighthouse and Museum monthly Climb to the Moon Tour scheduled from 5:45 PM until 7:15 PM. \nClimb to the Moon at Florida’s tallest lighthouse! Treat your significant other\, family\, friends\, coworkers\, or simply yourself to breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean\, the World’s Most Famous Beach\, Ponce Inlet\, and surrounding inland waterways under the golden glow of the setting sun. View the full moon as it rises above the Atlantic Ocean and enjoy panoramic vistas of the Florida coast by moonlight. Join the old lighthouse keeper as he leads you on your journey into the past\, and discover the unique history of this National Historic Landmark. \nOpen to young and old alike\, Climb to the Moon is offered only once a lunar month when the moon is at its fullest. Participation is limited to 28 guests per event. Tickets must be purchased in advance and are sold on a first come first serve basis. Event dates and times differ depending on the time of the year. \nClimb to the Moon admission prices are $35 for non-members and $30 for Preservation Association Members. \n\nPurchase tickets online: March 3\, 2026 Climb to the Moon Tickets \n\nMemberships may be purchased online by selecting the membership link below. \nBecome a Member \nEvent Cancelation/Refunds/Tour Rescheduling: \n\nParticipant Cancelations: All Climb to the Moon ticket sales are final. Event participants may be given the opportunity to reschedule in the case of an emergency with at least 72 hours’ notice if a waiting list for the event exists. Same day cancelations are non-refundable.\nAssociation Event Cancelations: Each Climb to the Moon event is scheduled to precede rain or shine but may be cancelled or rescheduled at the Association’s discretion in response to major local weather events including hurricanes\, tornado activity\, etc. Event participants will be given the option of receiving a full-refund or rescheduling for a future Climb to the Moon tour when a scheduled event is cancelled by the Association.
URL:https://www.ponceinlet.org/event/climb-to-the-moon-25/
LOCATION:Ponce Inlet Lighthouse\, 4931 S. Peninsula Drive\, Ponce Inlet\, FL\, 32127\, United States
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SUMMARY:Thursday at the Tower: City of Vera Cruz
DESCRIPTION:City of Vera Cruz📅 Thursday\, March 5th | 🕚 11:00 AM📍 Lighthouse Conference Room \nJoin Ponce Inlet Lighthouse Director of Operations Mike Bennett for this engaging Thursday at the Tower presentation on the City of Vera Cruz. Learn about this historic ship and its connection to Florida’s maritime story\, along with the fascinating events that link it to the waters near Ponce Inlet. \nIncluded with regular admission.
URL:https://www.ponceinlet.org/event/thursday-at-the-tower-city-of-vera-cruz/
LOCATION:Ponce Inlet Lighthouse\, 4931 S. Peninsula Drive\, Ponce Inlet\, FL\, 32127\, United States
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour of the Pacetti Hotel Museum
DESCRIPTION:On this guided tour\, you’ll explore restored rooms\, period furnishings\, and fascinating artifacts that bring the hotel’s past to life. Learn about the Pacetti family\, the growth of Ponce Inlet\, and how this waterfront inn played a role in Florida’s early tourism and coastal history. Included with regular admission. No reservation required.
URL:https://www.ponceinlet.org/event/guided-tour-of-the-pacetti-hotel-museum-75/
LOCATION:Pacetti Hotel Museum\, 4928 S Peninsula Dr\, Ponce Inlet\, FL\, 32127\, United States
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SUMMARY:Walk & Talk Tour: The Ponce Inlet Lighthouse
DESCRIPTION:You’ve visited Ponce Inlet Lighthouse before\, but never like this! Join us for a special guided presentation and walking tour that brings the story of this historic beacon to life. \nLed by one of our knowledgeable Lighthouse Tour Guides\, this immersive experience explores the history\, architecture\, and enduring legacy of Florida’s tallest lighthouse. \nThe 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. \nIncluded with regular paid admission. No registration is required.
URL:https://www.ponceinlet.org/event/walk-talk-tour-the-ponce-inlet-lighthouse-2/
LOCATION:Ponce Inlet Lighthouse\, 4931 S. Peninsula Drive\, Ponce Inlet\, FL\, 32127\, United States
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour of the Pacetti Hotel Museum
DESCRIPTION:On this guided tour\, you’ll explore restored rooms\, period furnishings\, and fascinating artifacts that bring the hotel’s past to life. Learn about the Pacetti family\, the growth of Ponce Inlet\, and how this waterfront inn played a role in Florida’s early tourism and coastal history. Included with regular admission. No reservation required.
URL:https://www.ponceinlet.org/event/guided-tour-of-the-pacetti-hotel-museum-76/
LOCATION:Pacetti Hotel Museum\, 4928 S Peninsula Dr\, Ponce Inlet\, FL\, 32127\, United States
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour of the Pacetti Hotel Museum
DESCRIPTION:On this guided tour\, you’ll explore restored rooms\, period furnishings\, and fascinating artifacts that bring the hotel’s past to life. Learn about the Pacetti family\, the growth of Ponce Inlet\, and how this waterfront inn played a role in Florida’s early tourism and coastal history. Included with regular admission. No reservation required.
URL:https://www.ponceinlet.org/event/guided-tour-of-the-pacetti-hotel-museum-83/
LOCATION:Pacetti Hotel Museum\, 4928 S Peninsula Dr\, Ponce Inlet\, FL\, 32127\, United States
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SUMMARY:Walk and Talk: Building the Lighthouse
DESCRIPTION:Discover the incredible story behind the construction of one of Florida’s most iconic landmarks! Join us for this month’s Walk & Talk Tour—Building the Lighthouse—as a Ponce Inlet Lighthouse Tour Guide takes you through the fascinating process of how this towering beacon was designed\, engineered\, and built to stand the test of time. \nLearn about the challenges faced by 19th-century builders\, the innovations that made the Lighthouse possible\, and the visionaries who helped bring it to life. This in-depth guided experience offers a new perspective on the craftsmanship and determination that shaped the Ponce Inlet Light Station. \nThe 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. \nIncluded with regular paid admission.Registration is required\, as space is limited. \nTo register\, please contact the Ponce Inlet Lighthouse Programs Department at 386-761-1821 ext. 18 or email education@ponceinlet.org.
URL:https://www.ponceinlet.org/event/walk-and-talk-building-the-lighthouse/
LOCATION:Ponce Inlet Lighthouse\, 4931 S. Peninsula Drive\, Ponce Inlet\, FL\, 32127\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260320T130000
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour of the Pacetti Hotel Museum
DESCRIPTION:On this guided tour\, you’ll explore restored rooms\, period furnishings\, and fascinating artifacts that bring the hotel’s past to life. Learn about the Pacetti family\, the growth of Ponce Inlet\, and how this waterfront inn played a role in Florida’s early tourism and coastal history. Included with regular admission. No reservation required.
URL:https://www.ponceinlet.org/event/guided-tour-of-the-pacetti-hotel-museum-77/
LOCATION:Pacetti Hotel Museum\, 4928 S Peninsula Dr\, Ponce Inlet\, FL\, 32127\, United States
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SUMMARY:Florida Heritage Day Celebration 2026
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Ponce De Leon Inlet Lighthouse Museum and Constance D. Hunter Historic Pacetti Hotel Museum on March 21\, 2026\, for an afternoon of family fun! \nLearn what it was like to live and work in and around Mosquito (now Ponce De Leon) Inlet at the turn of the 19th century as you explore the historic Ponce De Leon Inlet Light Station and the Constance D. Hunter Historic Pacetti Hotel Museum. Interact with representatives from various museums\, historic sites\, and cultural centers in Volusia County and throughout the Sunshine State\, and join us in celebrating more than 500 years of Florida History on this special day! \nSpecial onsite activities are scheduled from 10:00 AM until 3:00. All scheduled offerings are provided free of charge with your regular admission. See presentation schedule below. \nPlease contact Programs Manager Zach Hopple by phone at (386) 761-1821\, ext. 18 or via email at zhopple@ponceinlet.org for additional information.
URL:https://www.ponceinlet.org/event/florida-heritage-day-celebration-2026/
LOCATION:Ponce Inlet Lighthouse\, 4931 S. Peninsula Drive\, Ponce Inlet\, FL\, 32127\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260325T110000
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour of the Lighthouse
DESCRIPTION:Led by an expert museum docent\, this guided tour experience invites guests to explore the rich maritime history of Florida’s tallest lighthouse and learn about the dedicated keepers who once lived and worked at the light station.\n\nVisitors will journey through the restored keepers’ dwellings\, discover historic artifacts\, and gain insight into the vital role the lighthouse played in coastal navigation. This tour offers a wonderful opportunity for families and visitors to enjoy a deeper look into one of Florida’s most iconic landmarks.\n\nNo reservation required. Included with regular paid admission.
URL:https://www.ponceinlet.org/event/guided-tour-of-the-lighthouse-20/
LOCATION:Ponce Inlet Lighthouse\, 4931 S. Peninsula Drive\, Ponce Inlet\, FL\, 32127\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260327T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260327T130000
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour of the Pacetti Hotel Museum
DESCRIPTION:On this guided tour\, you’ll explore restored rooms\, period furnishings\, and fascinating artifacts that bring the hotel’s past to life. Learn about the Pacetti family\, the growth of Ponce Inlet\, and how this waterfront inn played a role in Florida’s early tourism and coastal history. Included with regular admission. No reservation required.
URL:https://www.ponceinlet.org/event/guided-tour-of-the-pacetti-hotel-museum-79/
LOCATION:Pacetti Hotel Museum\, 4928 S Peninsula Dr\, Ponce Inlet\, FL\, 32127\, United States
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SUMMARY:Spring Homeschool Days 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Ponce Inlet Lighthouse will present Spring Homeschool Days on Tuesday March 31st and Tuesday April 7th from 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM!\n\nThis is a day of educational workshops and fun activities for homeschool students ages 7-12 centered around the theme of Rewind and Unwind: 1900s Family Fun at the Lighthouse\n\nWorkshops will include…\n\nMusic and Singing \nReading and Storytelling \nCharades and Play Acting \nLeisure Fishing \n\nRegistration & Payment\nHomeschool families must register in advance for this event. To ensure that all available slots are filled and no one is turned away unnecessarily\, we require payment be made at time of registration. The cost is $9.95 for each participating student and $11.95 for each chaperone.\n\n*Registration will begin on Monday\, March 2nd at 12:00 PM on lighthouselocker.org\n\nPlease contact the museum’s Programs Manager\, Zach Hopple via email at education@ponceinlet.org for more information.
URL:https://www.ponceinlet.org/event/spring-homeschool-days-2026/
LOCATION:Ponce Inlet Lighthouse\, 4931 S. Peninsula Drive\, Ponce Inlet\, FL\, 32127\, United States
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