VISITOR INFORMATION
Hours
& Rules
Daily Access Hours:
Our normal property hours are 8 am – sunset throughout the year.
- The Lighthouse Property can be accessed by foot via a private road.
- Parking is available in the village of Watch Hill, a short walk from Larkin Road which provides access to the Lighthouse property.
- Vehicles are permitted only for the handicapped and senior citizens and for a limited time for visitors remaining on the Lighthouse Property.
- The Lighthouse itself and its adjacent structures are restricted to the public.
Museum Hours:
Open July – August
Tuesday – Thursday, 1pm – 4pm
When visiting the Lighthouse, please be advised that in accordance with the terms of our operations license, the gates to the property will close at sunset and open at 8am. As always, visitors who are able are encouraged to walk down the Lighthouse Road to visit the grounds.
Rules:
NO ALCOHOL
NO GRILLING
NO RECREATION
KEEP OFF ROCKS
The use of fires and grills, consumption of alcoholic beverages, athletic endeavors such as ball or Frisbee playing, use of fireworks and the launching of watercraft are strictly prohibited. Visiting dogs must be leashed. Sanitary facilities are not available.
The property is regularly patrolled by the Westerly Police Department and a private security force.
The Lighthouse surroundings are rocky and dangerous. Visitors are cautioned that they proceed at their own risk.