St. Simons Island Lighthouse Museum — Attraction in Saint Simons

We arrived at 3:30 pm to the island a few weeks ago and found St Simons Lighthouse & museum. There was a wedding rehearsal booked on the grounds that looked beautiful. No attendees were present yet. As we stepped into the gift shop, a lady hastily told us that we needed to get into the video room and watch the video & then go to the exit & make our way to the lighthouse outside. We had some stickers on the counter to purchase and I said, “can I buy these with our tickets 1st?” She said, “no, you have to go watch the video first.” I was taken back by her rudeness. We went to the video room, watched & returned to gift shop. Who tells a tourist that they can not buy. My husband asks a different lady if he can buy a lighthouse picture off of the wall. The original lady with glasses & a frown said to everyone, “the rehearsal host wants the foyer closed at 4 pm to the public. Please exit to the lighthouse.” I asked her where the restrooms were. She said, “they are in the area we want to close. Hurry!” I go to restroom where there are 5 sweet Mennonite women waiting their turn. We all make our way to the gift shop where the rude lady closes the doors on the foyer. Her tone was terrible. We exited after buying gifts for loved ones. It is 3:55 now. Place closes at 5 pm. No signs posted of early close. We go to lighthouse with the 5 other women and tour it. Another lady greeted us. She started telling us in what order to tour the lighthouse. It was weird. There were 3 parts to it. I told the lady that we would like to climb to the top 1st before they close and that we were just rushed out of the gift shop very rudely. She laughed in our faces. It was unreal. I waited to post to see if I might change my mind. I haven’t. I love lighthouses and we seek them out to tour. We won’t go back here. We were not welcome and unfortunately the ladies who work here don’t know how to treat people or multi task with rehearsal situation. We drove away feeling sad and were blessed the 5 other sweet tourists were with us & by the way went to the top 1st as well. Georgia is beautiful, but St Simons Island didn’t need...

I just recently got married at The Lighthouse and from the very beginning of wedding planning, the staff at this location were extremely cold and difficult to work with. The main point of contact was disinterested in concerning herself with any of my plans prior to the wedding day which lead to massive complications and miscommunication on the day of my wedding. When brought to her attention after the fact, I received no response or apology from her or anyone from The Lighthouse.

My entire family and I are owed an apology for Judith’s behavior - the day of coordinator for this venue. She was impertinent, impolite, and unpleasant to say the very least. I cannot imagine a scenario in which such behavior is considered understandable or acceptable - I have never in my life experience the fury and rudeness that came from that woman on my wedding day. Not only did she broadcast that my family and guests were "out of control", but she did nothing to hide her disgust for my family and our guests the entire night, blatantly storming around the building making scene after scene. Because of this, my family had to do damage control with Judith all night long, and this robbed us of the very little time that we had together for my wedding reception

20 minutes prior to my ceremony, she pulled me aside to have a conversation that she claims she needed to go “straight to the source” about and spoke to me in a tone I have never in my life been spoken to before. All because she was concerned and fixated on our sendoff utilizing "no mess" streamers. There are dozens more encounters like this that I have heard from other family and guests throughout the day. I am so disgusted at how she treated not only me on my wedding day but all of my friends and family.

She is genuinely the rudest and most disrespectful person I’ve ever met in my life and I am appalled that she has the right to be involved with weddings.

The Lighthouse should not offer to host weddings as it was made very clear that they are ill equipped, under trained, and uninterested in accommodating the full scope of needs required for a seamless...

As an artist, my visit to the Saint Simons Island Lighthouse Museum was an absolute delight and a wellspring of inspiration. This captivating museum not only showcases the island's maritime history but also offers a unique blend of artistry, history, and architecture.

The lighthouse itself is a work of art, standing tall and proud against the coastal backdrop. Its iconic red and white stripes make for a striking visual, and the opportunity to climb to the top was a true treat. The view from up there, with the vast ocean stretching out before you and the island's landscape laid out like a canvas, is nothing short of breathtaking.

Inside the museum, I found myself immersed in a world of maritime artistry. The carefully curated exhibits are a testament to the island's rich nautical heritage. The collection of ship models, maritime paintings, and intricately crafted ship figureheads transported me back in time, evoking the essence of seafaring adventures.

One particular highlight was the attention to detail in the exhibits. From the intricate ship models that showcased the craftsmanship of bygone eras to the captivating maritime photography that captured the island's soul, every corner of the museum seemed designed to ignite the imagination.

The museum also did a commendable job of intertwining art and history, making it a true cultural gem. It's not just a place for history buffs but also a haven for artists seeking inspiration from the island's maritime legacy.

Saint Simons Island Lighthouse Museum is a treasure trove for artists like me. It seamlessly weaves together the island's history, stunning architecture, and a rich tapestry of maritime artistry. It's an absolute must-visit for anyone who appreciates the beauty of both the sea and the artistic expressions it has inspired...