The Annapolis Maritime Museum is one of four partners in a consortium that took over ownership of the Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse at a ceremony held during the Maryland Maritime Heritage Festival at Annapolis City Dock on Saturday, May 1, 2004

The Museum joined the Chesapeake Chapter of the U.S. Lighthouse Society, the City of Annapolis and Anne Arundel County to take over management and preservation of the beloved National Historic Landmark, the last screwpile lighthouse on the Bay still in its original location.

Built in 1875, Thomas Point is in surprisingly good shape, except for damage to the lower loading platform caused by Hurricane Isabel. Guided tours could begin as early as late summer from City Dock. Tours will eventually depart from the McNasby Building once its docks have been renovated. The Museum will also house a permanent exhibit that will interpret the structure’s significance.

All funding for the project will come from grants, private donations and sponsorships. For more information on how to help, call us or visit our Thomas Point Shoals Lighthouse website.