Constructed in 1887 on a rock formation resembling a giant tortoise shell, Turtle Rock Lighthouse once served as a navigational aid to ships transporting anthracite coal along the Schuylkill River from upstate Pennsylvania to Philadelphia. Originally powered by gas, the light was automated in 1990. Today, the lighthouse is operated by the Sedgeley Club. A social club located in the historic...

Alex was so kind to give my sister and I a private tour of the Turtle Rock Lighthouse and home. We were only in Philly for a short time, and he made it possible for us to see this amazing historic building. He was very knowledgeable and shared many interesting facts and details about the Lighthouse and Boat Row. This is a must...

Alex was so nice! I was photographing a family there & he was so attentive. Chatted with us about the history & showed us around. This place was so beautiful & such a charming place. I definitely would go back there! Thank you, Alex, for your...