Beavertail Lighthouse Museum — Attraction in Jamestown

My review is more about Beavertail State Park than the museum there. I loved hiking along this beach park - there are rocks, huge rocks, all along the cost line on either side of the beautiful lighthouse there, and they are GREAT for hiking! I've also had a few picnics out on the rocks along the coast of the park. I've seen people painting, set up on the rocks; there are some great photography opportunities here; and, as I mentioned previously, some great hiking to be had here! I love this park! Beware of the wind though! It's almost always very windy at this park because of ocean coastline along a semi-peninsula. The horn for the lighthouse can also be deafening at times, but if you're there for hiking, then the noise is far enough away to not bother you, depending on where you are in relation to the lighthouse. I've also see tons of sailboats, and even a few tall ships all along the ocean waters surrounding the park. The lighthouse museum is fairly nice and curator is a wonderfully kind old man, who is always willing to spend the time answer any questions you might have, or to tell the history of the Beavertail Lighthouse. There is also a small aquarium in the building next to the lighthouse that houses many of the different species that you can find living naturally in and around the water surrounding the lighthouse and park. The whole place is really just a wonderful place to visit and I highly...

I visited during July. I had wanted to visit the Beavertail Lighthouse museum for a long time, but it had never been open when I visited. This was my lucky day! Visitors could learn stories about light keepers by perusing interactive kiosks and touch tables, which I found to be sophisticated and easy-to-use technology. The museum also included traditional models, lights, and artwork. Beavertail Lighthouse Museum is open every day from mid-June through Labor Day from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., plus Memorial Day weekend and weekends in September and October from 12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m. The museum is always free, but donations are accepted, and the museum gift shop is well-stocked. The museum is accessible via a ramp at the back of the building. The museum’s website is currently out of service. This is a fun way to spend an hour or two at the beach if you prefer to learn history instead of going...

This has got to be one of the most scenic spots in Rhode Island! The lighthouse and the rocky shoreline is so beautiful as are the views of the bay. There is a small set of steps that lead you down to the water's edge where you can look back and get a great view of the lighthouse up above. There is a decent amount of parking but try to arrive early since this place will fill up quickly on a good day. Once you are here you will easily see why:). The museum is extremely informational and full of local history. There are interesting exhibits and factoids throughout which really give you a glimpse into the past when this light was constructed. So put Beavertail on the top of your list if you are in Newport or any of the surrounding areas. It's just another example of this state's breathtaking beauty! You will not be...