TIBBETTS POINT LIGHTHOUSE HISTORICAL SOCIETY
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This website has been established by
​Tibbetts Point Lighthouse Historical Society

Tibbetts Point Lighthouse marks the point where Lake Ontario meets the St. Lawrence River in Northern New York State. Built in 1827, the Lighthouse features the only original working Fresnel lens in Lake Ontario.

​Visitors can enjoy using the provided telescope to survey the Lake and River.

The hostel is no longer in operation nor are rooming accommodations offered any longer.
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The Tibbetts Point Lighthouse property is owned by the Town of Cape Vincent.
If you need information about use of the site (a wedding for example) you must make arrangements with the Town at 315 654 3660.
Directions
From Syracuse, NY

Take 81 North to exit 46 at Watertown. Take NYS 12F and then 12E to Cape Vincent. Turn left on Broadway, then go 2-1/2 miles until you reach our parking area.
From Kingston, Ontario
Take ferry to Wolfe Island and then to Cape Vincent, straight 2 blocks and turn right on Broadway.​
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Tibbetts Point Lighthouse Historical Society - Visitor Center, Gift Shop & Museum  |  33435 Tibbetts Point Rd, Co Rt 6 Cape Vincent, NY 13618​
  • Home
  • How Does a Fresnel Lens Work?
  • About Us
  • Visiting
  • Shop
  • Explore Cape Vincent