Discover Jamestown’s Most Visited Landmark

The Beavertail Lighthouse Museum, located at the entrance of Narragansett Bay in Jamestown, Rhode Island, occupies the site of the third-oldest lighthouse in North America. The museum provides visitors with the opportunity to learn about the history of the Beavertail Lighthouse, its Keepers and their stories, through a collection of exhibits and artifacts. And while you’re here, visit our Gift Shop and explore the grounds and trails of Beavertail State Park as you enjoy panoramic views of Narragansett Bay.

photograph by Demi Pita , Demi Pita Photography

photograph by Demi Pita , Demi Pita Photragraphy

The Beavertail Lighthouse Museum, located at the entrance of Narragansett Bay in Jamestown, Rhode Island, occupies the site of  the third-oldest lighthouse in North America.  
The museum provides visitors with the opportunity to learn about the history of the Beavertail Lighthouse, its Keepers and their stories, through a collection of exhibits and artifacts. 
And while you’re here, visit our Gift Shop and explore the grounds and trails of Beavertail State Park while you enjoy panoramic views of Narragansett Bay.

At the Lighthouse

Upcoming Events

Tower Climb Days 2025

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Openings are weather-dependent; if uncertain, call 401-423-3270.
Climbers must be at least 4 ft tall.
Climbers are strongly urged to consider footwear other than flip-flops.
Neither small children nor pets may be carried.
Climbers must be in line one-half hour before closing.
Both hands must be free for climbing. In addition to the 49 steps of the spiral staircase, a 7 ft ladder requiring both hands must be scaled to reach the observation catwalk.
A five-dollar ($5) donation is suggested for each adult climber.

Museum Highlights

Volunteer at Beavertail

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RI Charity License Plate

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  • Download and Print out the Order Form
  • Include Payment and a Copy of your Current Registration

Mail all Documents to:
RI DMV Plate Office
600 New London Ave.
Cranston, RI 02920-3024
The plate fee is $43.50 and includes front & back plates. $20 of each order goes to the Beavertail Lighthouse Museum Association, and $23.50 goes towards the plate production. Payment can be made by check or credit card.

Download Charity Plate Application

Sound Bath

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Enjoy a peaceful evening on the lawn while listening to the gentle sounds of wind chimes, humming bowls and the ocean waves. This is an All Ages Event.

Yoga at The Light

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BLMA 2025 Annual Meeting

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Halloween Party & Tower Climb

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The Beavertail Museum and Gift Shop will be open from 4:30 to 6:30 on Friday October 3, 2025 along with the Beavertail Aquarium Halloween Party.

Weather permitting, the tower will be open for a rare Sundown Tower Climb 

Please Note

  • Tower Climbs are weather-dependent; if uncertain, call 401-423-3270.
  • Climbers must be at least 4 ft tall.
  • Climbers are strongly urged to consider footwear other than flip-flops.
  • Neither small children nor pets may be carried.
  • Climbers must be in line one-half hour before closing.
  • Both hands must be free for climbing. In addition to the 49 steps of the spiral staircase, a 7 ft ladder requiring both hands must be scaled to reach the observation catwalk.
  • A five-dollar ($5) donation is suggested for each adult climber.

Beavertail Apps

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The Shipwreck Database

A database of over 3400 Shipwreck incidents in Rhode Island Waters from 1636 through the present day.

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An Armchair Tour of Beavertail

Welcome to an online tour of Beavertail State Park, home of the Beavertail Light Station.

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Beavertail Live

A live stream video from a camera mounted in the upstairs window of the Assistant Keeper’s house at the Beavertail Lighthouse in Beavertail State Park, Jamestown, RI