Celebrating 150 Years, Celebrating 150 Years, 1862–2012

Welcome to the Official Home Page of the Twin Lights Historical Society, "Friends of Twin Lights" who directly support the Twin Lights Historic Site in Highlands, NJ

Nowhere else on the eastern seaboard have man and nature conspired to produce such a vista. Nowhere. But that’s just one of the reasons more than 80,000 people visit us atop the Navesink Highlands each year. They come to connect with our unique combination of history, nature and technology. The towers are magnificent. The view is spectacular. The museum and grounds are delightful. And it’s all free!

Under Three Flags

The Twin Lights can claim the rare distinction of being a National Historic Landmark, a State Historic Site, and part of the New Jersey Parks System. That translates into a safer, sounder, more fun and enriching experience.
 

“The view from the Twin Lights is one of those shared experiences in America that simply cannot be expressed in words. You must see it for yourself."

Latest Twin Lights News:

Letterboxing:  Did you ever go Geocaching? How about Letterboxing?   On Saturday and Sunday afternoons, starting on March 9th, you'll discover interesting features about the lighthouse. Pick up a Letterboxing Passport  in the Museum Shop and follow the directions to fun. Record your discoveries by placing an ink stamp in your Passport.  Complete your adventure and return to the Museum Shop for your  special "Key to the Castle" stamp.  Activity hours are from 1:30 to 4:00.

150th Anniversary of Twin Lights

When you reach a certain age, some birthdays are best allowed to go quietly unrecognized. Then again, others demand a full-tilt celebration. For the Twin Lights National Historic Site, 2012 was one of those years. It marked the 150th birthday of the current structure—the nation’s only connected lighthouse—which was completed atop the Navesink Highlands in 1862. 
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Coming Soon: "Seeing Stars"  An exciting new exhibit featuring our national flag. Stay tuned for more details.  

Donations Welcomed:  While we're on the topic of flags, we always welcome a new flag.  High on the hill our flags see rough service.  Let us know if you have a new or gently used 5 x 8 flag you would like to see atop our flag pole.  Please note that once flags are beyond use they are retired by the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts or one of our local Veteran's Organizations.

Great Start to a Winning Year!

The Twin Lights of the Navesink Highlands DVD won Best Documentary at the Garden State Film Festival in Asbury Park. Congratulations to director Fred Frintrup of Visionary Video Studios, and the many members of the Twin Light Historical Society and lighthouse staff whose research and creativity brought this remarkable story to life!

New APP created in alliance with and approved by New Jersey State Parks and Forests

Become inspired to explore NJ's natural and historic world with this FREE mobile app—the only official app of New Jersey that allows you to access the most up-to-date park information such as upcoming events, weather conditions and safety alert communications, while taking in the scenery at your favorite area. Choose a park to visit by location, or by activity such as camping or fishing.
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Summer Hours:

The Park and Building hours change seasonally. Currently, the hours of operation are weekly, 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Plan your trip today!

Lighthouse Log

More than 1,000 friends of the Twin Lights stay connected through our quarterly e-Newsletter. It covers all the news, events and people who make this such a special place. The e-Newsletter also alerts you to upcoming events and programs, special membership and volunteering opportunities, new exhibits, and special sales in the Museum Shop. 
Click HERE > to receive the latest copy of the Twin Lights Lighthouse Log e-Newsletter.

Weather

If you’re wondering what the weather is like offshore, come up to the Twin Lights. On a hot summer day, you’re likely to catch a cool breeze. If not, the Twin Lights Museum is air conditioned (and free!). If you like a stiff breeze, well, few places in New Jersey are windier. The temperature can drop several degrees as you drive up the hill. A puddle at sea level may turn to ice here!
Highlands Weather Forecast, NJ (07732)

Become a Member

When you get connected through an annual membership, you’ll become a Friend of Twin
Lights and a member of the Twin Light Historical Society. You will receive discounts at the Museum Shop and special deals at local shops and restaurants. And you’ll automatically be kept up to date on meetings, new acquisitions and special events through the Lighthouse Log e-newsletter.

One hundred percent of your dues and donations go toward preserving and enhancing this National Historic Landmark!
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