10/06/2026
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150 years ago, the Morris Island Lighthouse shone for the very first time. 💡🌊
On October 1, 1876, the light was officially exhibited from the newly completed tower, marking the beginning of a legacy that has guided mariners and become an enduring part of the Lowcountry landscape.
This October, we’re honoring that history by lighting the lighthouse on three special nights from 7–10 PM:
💡 October 1 | 150 years to the day since the first lighting
💡 October 17 | Anniversary Weekend
💡 October 18 | 150th Anniversary Celebration
When the lighthouse first illuminated the coast, it featured a first-order Fresnel lens with a fixed white light visible for nearly 19 nautical miles in clear weather. A century and a half later, we’re proud to see this historic landmark shine once again.
Save the dates and join us in celebrating 150 years of the Morris Island Lighthouse.