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Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder… or Will It Be Christmas in July? With thirty-three years of Coast Guard service, I’ve had my share of missing out and know well the ache that comes from longing for a loved one’s … Continue reading →

The latest edition of the Canaveral Beacon is available now. It includes articles and pictures on Lighthouse Museum and Keeper’s Closet Gift Shop highlights. Also included is an article about painting the Cape Canaveral Lighthouse, along with a little humor. … Continue reading →

Due to the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic, access to Cape Canaveral Air Force Station is limited to essential personnel. Tours of the Cape Canaveral Lighthouse and other visitor locations have been suspended. You can visit the 45 Space Wing COVID-19 information … Continue reading →

Canaveral Lighthouse Tours is now conducting weekly excursions in small groups to tour the Cape Canaveral Lighthouse and historic spaceflight launch complexes. Tours are offered on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month. You can … Continue reading →

Are you or your organization interested in being a Cape Canaveral Lighthouse Foundation sponsor? You can find more information on our Lighthouse Foundation Sponsorship page. It includes a sponsorship letter from Foundation President Jim Underwood, and the Annual Sponsorship Form … Continue reading →

On October 10th, 2017 the Brevard County Commissioners approved the Tourism Development Council recommendation to fund $500,000.00 for construction of the first Keeper’s Cottage for the Cape Canaveral Lighthouse. Restoration of the Keeper’s Cottages has been a fundamental goal of … Continue reading →

A Few Words about the Florida Lighthouse Association (FLA) Bob Merrilees Former President, Cape Canaveral Lighthouse Foundation The Florida Lighthouse Association is a nonprofit group of citizen activists dedicated to the preservation of the 30 remaining historic lighthouses that line … Continue reading →