Applications Closed for 2026

Waiting List for 2027

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                        Stay a week and make some memories.

You can live in the Port Washington Historical Society's 1860 Light Station and be a keeper with our unique Lighthouse Keeper Program.  Being a keeper for a week is a wonderful volunteer opportunity in which you will stay in the actual lighthouse and share your time and talents with visitors as a tour guide.  LEARN MORE

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Watch John McGivern's Main Streets in Port Washington opening with

Resident Keepers Nicole and Dave at the 1860 Light Station

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         P.S. You don't have to wear period clothing to be a Resident Keeper.