Absecon Lighthouse

Address	31 S. Rhode Island Ave.
Admission	Adults $5.00, Seniors (60+) $4.00, Children (4-12) $2.00, Age 3 & under
Hours	Open 11:00am - 4:00pm, Thursday - Monday and 10:00am - 5:00pm, daily in July and August.
Website	www.abseconlighthouse.org

Located just a few minutes from the Boardwalk, the tallest lighthouse in New Jersey offers beautiful views for those willing to climb up its 228 steps. The lighthouse was first built 1855 and took two years to complete. It was not officially lit until 1857. The lighthouse was extinguished from July 11, 1933 until October 03, 1999 when it was re-lit. The structure holds two dwellings, an oil storage house and outhouses.

The lighthouse was originally constructed because Dr. Jonathan Pitney, later called the "Father of Atlantic City," was concerned about the loss of ships and lives along Absecon Beach. Many vessels were lost between the Great and Little Egg Harbors; therefore, Pitney believed it was necessary to protect these ships from the water’s danger.

Today the lighthouse holds fundraising events to keep it lit. Such events include murder mysteries, children’s art contents, garden parties and wine tastings. In December, there is a Victorian holiday event when the lighthouse turns into a Victorian home and plays host to visitors who can treat themselves to holiday goodies and caroling.