Plan Your Visit
Get directions, check the weather, and discover the wonderful opportunities Cape Vincent has to offer
Hours
Lighthouse grounds are open to visitors year-round, 24 hours a day
Visitor Center, Museum and Gift Shop Hours
Support Us
There are many different ways to support the lighthouse and Historical Society.
History of Tibbetts Point
Tibbetts Point Lighthouse marks the entrance into the St. Lawrence River from Lake Ontario, and utilizes the only classical fresnel lens still in operation on Lake Ontario.
Coming together for a cause
Find out how you can help the TIbbetts Point Lighthouse Historical Society preserve, protect, and maintain the Lighthouse and Fog Horn Building for generations to come.
EVENTS
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Jean Cougler Ice Cream Social
Sunday, August 11
Every August, to celebrate National Lighthouse Day and to honor the memory of Jean Cougler, the founder of the event, we sponsor a free ice cream social.
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Scholarship Award
Friday, June 21
Each year Tibbetts Point Lighthouse Historical Society awards $1000 scholarships to two Town of Cape Vincent seniors. Check back soon for more info on this year’s winner.