Join us on October 12th from 3-5:30 pm for an afternoon craft beer and wine tasting fundraiser in support of the Fire Island Lighthouse Preservation Society, the non-profit organization that manages the restoration, daily operations, and education of our local historic maritime site. enjoy live music, local oysters, the swelltaco food truck, silent auction, games, live artwork, and a variety of great local craft beverages!
Proceeds from this event help maintain and keep the Fire Island Lighthouse open to the public, develop and present educational programs to Long Island school children, and support rich nautical maritime history.
More details coming soon...
please contact [email protected] for sponsorship/ involvement opportunities
thank you to our sponsors
tasting Glass Sponsor
tower Sponsor
Keeper Sponsors
Beacon Sponsors
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Lantern Sponsors
The Roberts
Family
Sponsor the Fire Island Light-haus Keepers craft tasting! In-kind and monetary sponsorships are now available.
please contact [email protected] for sponsorship opportunities
silent auction
donate to the keepers craft silent auction!
The Keepers Craft Auction is a major fundraising tool for this event. Please consider donating in-kind to the Silent Auction which will be held on-site and online!
please contact [email protected] for more information
tickets $65
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Included with your ticket
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access to all drink stations with unlimited tastings
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1 food package from the swelltaco food truck
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oysters
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tower tour pass
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keeper's craft tasting glass
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keeper's craft tote
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Gift Bag
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hot pretzels
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Donation to the Fire Island Lighthouse Preservation Society
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Good Times
check back soon for our online silent auction and merch
Event Policies-
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21+ only. Must have valid ID upon entry. In the event guests are unable to show valid id, no refunds will be offered
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No pets or children
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NO outside alcohol allowed
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NO outside food allowed
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The event is rain or shine
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All exits are final
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Tasting pours only
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Drink responsibly
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All bags subject to check
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Event policies and offerings subject to change
what is The Fire Island Lighthouse Preservation Society (FILPS)?
The preservation society was formed in 1982 in response to the possible demolition of the Fire Island Lighthouse. The Society raised over $1.3 million to save and restore the Lighthouse.
On May 25, 1986, the Lighthouse was returned to duty as an active aid to navigation with a grand relighting ceremony.
In December 1996, FILPS took over the maintenance and operation of the Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters/Visitor Center, increasing visitor services and programs for schools and other interested groups.
On January 6, 2006 the light was privatized when the US Coast Guard signed over operations to the Fire Island Lighthouse Preservation Society. Volunteers now maintain and repair the light to ensure it continues to be an active aid to navigation.
Since its inception FILPS's directive has been to work with the National Park Service to help preserve the nautical heritage of Fire Island and Long Island, and to ensure that this monument remains an integral part of that heritage.
Today, the Fire Island Lighthouse Preservation Society continues its important work. The Board of Directors, staff and volunteers maintain the Lighthouse, archive its history, improve displays, expand programs and make your visit as enjoyable as possible.
Getting Here
Due to the unique location of the event, all guests will park at Robert Moses State Park Field 5 and walk to the Fire Island Lighthouse. Park in the furthest east corner and take the scenic footpath towards the lighthouse.
If you wish to take a car service, you will need to instruct your driver to drop you off at the Robert Moses Field 5 Parking Lot as taxi vehicles will not be allowed to drop off or pick up at the base of the lighthouse.
