Marblehead U.S. Lifesaving Station Museum — Attraction in Danbury Township

This was a fun outing. The adults liked the history in the museum house and the two other exhibits. The toddler liked running around and the rescue boat. Everyone liked the beautiful outdoors with crashing waves and trip hazards painted bright yellow. Only one of us didn't make it to the top of the light house out of fear, giving up half way. Thankfully, there are rest spots as you climb, so you can turn around and won't make people wait as you catch your breath. I managed to make it to the top, but hugged the wall for dear life. Tickets are timed, so you may need to wait for your group to be called. They go over the history before your ascent. The inside exhibits are nicely done and well maintained. You can tell that people really care about preserving the history here. The gift shop in the museum sells keepsakes and general light house memorabilia. There is only one toliet per gender and they are in little outbuildings each featuring a dank and cavernous waste hole you best not drop anything valuable in. They are taking donations for new bathrooms in the gift shop. Plenty of parking to be had in the gravel parking lots. Even if it's raining, there may be a crowd. Bring a picnic and enjoy some Great...

While this is not an actual Life Saving Station, it is an exact replica and is close to where the original station was. The original station is now part of the US Coast Guard Station just down the road. Very historical museum and you will learn alot about how the US came to creating a service dedicated to saving lives along the coasts. The lives of these men dedicated to this service were not as desolate and lonely as the lighthouses. But it was still a very hard job to do! They had to watch the shores during the hottest of summers and coldest of winters. Inside is an actual life saving boat that the completely restored as well as other items and equipment that was used to save lives. This is a great addition to the Marblehead lighthouse. Just plan ahead so you can visit while the...

(Looking to review the lighthouse but couldn’t on the lighthouse itself) We came during the off season in early November. It was absolutely beautiful. Nothing was open but we could walk around and look in a few windows. The drive to get back to the lighthouse was easily missed. Looked like we were actually pulling into a church parking lot. Getting around to see the light house and two other buildings was easily accessible and wheelchair friendly. No bathrooms were open and available at this time. Winds and waves were a little strong. Beautiful scenic view looking...