LIGHTHOUSE RENTAL

The Stonington Light, beacon to vessels approaching the harbor until 1889, has been the village museum since 1927. The lives of the towns's farmers, merchants, fishermen, shiop captains, sealers, patriots, explorers, artists, and children are illustrated through an outstanding local hisory collection. The Old Lighthouse Museum is one of the most popular landmarks on the coastal New England. The perennial gardens overlooking the sea are maintained by the Stonington Garden Club.

Rental of the Lighthouse grounds includes

• Exclusive use of the grounds east of the building right down to the sea.
• An outdoor water faucet and electrical outlet are available.
• All events must end by 9:30 pm (The property must be vacated by 10 pm.)
• Events range in cost from $1500 to $100, depending on size of event, length of time needed, and amount of set-up involved.
• All events require a new family membership.

The Stonington Historical Society is pleased to share its properties for your special occasion. To request additional information or to discuss your plans, please e-mail
Mary Beth Baker, Executive Director
director@stoningtonhistory.org
or call 860-535-8445
Please download forms for rental of the Lighthouse here.
Please download FAQ form here.
Please download additional information on rental here

Some photos courtesy of C.M. Glover, as noted. For more information on event photography please visit Ms. Glover's website: www.outtosee.com.