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Fire Island Lighthouse Tower Reopens To the Public

The tower, which had been closed for months, is now open for visitors.

The Fire Island Lighthouse Tower had closed in March.
The Fire Island Lighthouse Tower had closed in March. (Fire Island National Seashore)

FIRE ISLAND, NY — One Long Island landmark is finishing the summer with a celebration.

Fire Island National Seashore announced the Lighthouse Tower is officially reopened to the public, and visitors can take a tour of the tower.

“We are excited the work to stabilize the outer façade of the lighthouse tower is complete. Visitors are now able to climb the steps and take in the vistas of the Atlantic Ocean and Great South Bay.” says Scott McCormick, Acting Superintendent of Fire Island National Seashore.

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The tower tour does require an admission fee and proper footwear is required. The Lens Building, Keepers Quarters and museum store are open and accessible to the public.

The Lighthouse closed to the public in March, after an exterior panel on its northeast side separated from the structure.

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The tower tour does require an admission fee and proper footwear is required. The Lens Building, Keepers Quarters and museum store are open and accessible to the public.

For more information, visit Fire Island Lighthouse, visit its website here.


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