West Quoddy Head Lighthouse Visitor Center and Museum

Stay well lighthouse friends!

West Quoddy Visitor Center and Museum are currently closed for the season. See you in 2021!

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West Quoddy Head Lighthouse Visitor Center and Museum

Stay well lighthouse friends!

West Quoddy Visitor Center and Museum are currently closed for the season. See you in 2021!

Get in Touch

WQHLKA/Visitor Center and Museum Season 2020

As we all pause to navigate the new waters of life with COVID-19 in our life and with everyday things. The West Quoddy Lighthouse Visitor Center and Museum will remain closed for the season. The decision was a very difficult one. The trustees considered the Maine CDC guidelines for large group gatherings and museums, the State of Maine's COVID-19 reopening criteria and our capacity to provide a safe, quality experience for our volunteers, visitors, during this time. Thank you and blessings!

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About Us

West Quoddy Head Lighthouse

Located on the most eastern point of the continental United States, West Quoddy Head Lighthouse is a stunning spot to see the first rays of sun in the country. Located in Quoddy Head State Park, the original tower was built in 1808 under orders from President Thomas Jefferson. The lighthouse tower that stands today was built in 1858.

The Visitor Center at West Quoddy

The Visitor Center occupies the first floor of the lightkeeper's historic residence. In addition to historic and interactive displays, visitors can view and purchase unique artwork by skilled local visual artists . The visitor's center is overseen by the lightkeeper's association executive board and is a 501c not for profit organization

Quoddy Head State Park

The State Park SEASON OPEN May 15th to October 15th for visitors and boasts 541 protected coastal acres. Stunning views are available on many hiking trails and nature walks. Visit the bogs, climb the coastal trail or visit the rocky beach. You may see a whale or two. Picnic tables are available, close to parking with stunning ocean views. Safe Physical Distancing Required.

VIEWS

Pitcher-Plant

Unique ecosystem in a costal bog. Bogs are home to plants that tolerate cold temperatures, acid conditions, low oxygen, and little nitrogen. Some plants that you may see are: leatherleaf, sheep laurel, black spruce, Labrador tea, pitcher plant, and cotton grass; subarctic species, such as baked-apple berry and black cranberry; and lichens, such as reindeer moss and Icelandic moss. Listed as a National Landmark.

Beautiful Town Of Lubec

The Lubec village bandstand has been adorned with Christmas lights for this holiday season 2020!

Beautiful Town Of Lubec

Water Street, downtown in Lubec, Maine

Come and Visit!

It's always a beautiful day for a visit or hike at West Quoddy Head.

Visitors may continue to hike the trails and take in the views during off season. (Park and Visiter Center closes Mid October ). By parking outside the gate and walking into the park and to the lighthouse. Please, don't forget to pay the entry fee. Enjoy the lovely views.