Tower Opening

collage image of lantern room and tower

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on June 29 to celebrate the opening of the Grindle Point Light Station.


Ken Smith, chair of the Lighthouse Committee, welcomed the attendees and gave a brief overview of the Grindle Point Light Station renovations and improvements which allowed the tower to open.


Lou Arseneault won the drawing for the T-shirt and to be the first person
to climb the tower with four of his family/friends.

Visit the Sailors’ Museum and learn about the island’s marine history, families, ships, sextants, hair wreaths, and other artifacts. Learn the story of the Puma and see the restored model displayed in its new case. The gift shop has hats, t-shirts, crewneck sweatshirts, hooded sweatshirts, tote bags, and calendars for sale along with creations from thirteen local artists. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday 9:30 – 4:30 and Sunday 12:30 – 4:30 through Maine Lighthouse Day on September 12.