Rose Island Lighthouse

Visit this lighthouse on Rose Island dating back to the mid-1800s.

The tower on the Rose Island Lighthouse is 35 feet tall. Over the years, the station has had upgrades to the light fixture, and they added a fog bell for navigation purposes. In 1901, the brick oil house was built, and in 1912, the fog bell was replaced with a more modern fog signal. When the Newport Bridge was completed in 1969, it turned out to be a better aid to navigation than the lighthouse. This lighthouse was subsequently decommissioned in 1971. 

The Rose Island Lighthouse Foundation provides access to the lighthouse. They allow visitors to stay overnight on the first floor or even act as a lighthouse keeper for a week. This lighthouse currently offers tours Monday through Saturday from 1 pm to 4 pm. There are two rooms on the first floor with a shared kitchen and a bathroom if both rooms are booked. The second floor is for the "keeper" and has its own kitchen and bathroom. While staying at the lighthouse, it is fun to climb to the top and watch the boats and unforgettable sunrises and sunsets. If you're visiting Rhode Island, consider visiting this historic lighthouse before you leave.