A fully guided tour that lasts one hour. Minimum payment of $100 required per tour.

Interested in touring more than one location? Your group may be eligible for a discount if you book tours at two or more of our Museum locations.

Why are lighthouses where they are? What role did they play? What do they do now? Lighthouses sit at the intersection of geography, weather, and economy and we will explore these topics and the stories connected to them. This program dives into the geographical location of lighthouses and specifically the Fort Gratiot Light Station and the ways lighthouses have evolved over time.

Length: 2 hours

Cost: $6 per student and $3 per adult, minimum payment of $120 required (Teacher is Free)

What was it like to be a lighthouse Keeper? How do lighthouses work and what do they do? Join us as you become a Junior Lighthouse Keeper and learn what it was like to tend to a lighthouse. Students will engage in hands-on experiential learning as they do actual lighthouse keeper chores as well as make and update a keeper’s log, get your official light keeper photo taken, design your own lighthouse, and of course tour Michigan's oldest lighthouse!

Length: 4.5 hours (including tour)

Cost: $6 per student and $3 per adult, minimum payment of $120 per class required (Teacher and up to 6 chaperones per class are free)

From bonfires and oil lanterns, to Fresnel lenses and LED, Lighthouses have evolved and changed with time and have reflected the cutting edge of technology as they strove to send messages to boats and their crews. Their messages of welcome and of warning. This program explores the evolution of Lighthouse technologies.

Length: 1 hour

Cost: $35 per class

There are many different kinds of waves; sound waves, light waves, X-rays, microwaves, and ocean waves are but a few examples of different types. All waves, however, share some certain basic characteristics. Participate in experiments to help understand the basic principles of waves, then find out more about the Storm of 1913 that devastated the Great Lakes area over a century ago.

This is a 2 hour program which includes a tour of the Fort Gratiot Light Station.

Celebrate your next birthday at the Fort Gratiot Light Station with some beachy fun! Join the Port Huron Museum staff to learn about the Light Station, then have some fun with beach-themed crafts.

Maximum party capacity is 25 children. All parties last 2 hours, which includes 1.5 hours of activities and 1/2 hour for cake, ice cream, or other treats (not included).

Interested in a different party theme? Check out our other reservation pages for each Museum location’s unique party offering!

Please note: Overnight at the Light programs must be booked and confirmed by the Museum at least 30 days in advance of your desired date(s) due to staffing requirements.

Our Overnight at the Light program is an immersive overnight experience at Michigan's oldest lighthouse. After arriving and getting settled in the historic 1874 Keepers Duplex, participants will tour the grounds and buildings. The tour includes a chance to climb the 94 steps to the top of the tower to see the best view in Port Huron, as well as a private shopping experience in our museum store. In addition to your tour and private shopping experience, scouts will participate in programming that fulfills the requirements for the Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan Lighthouse Patch (patch not included). After experiencing a night sleeping next to the lake, participants may be able to enjoy a morning climb before departing. Due to the historic nature of the site not all buildings are ADA accessible.

This program runs 7pm to 9am. Additional hours can be added upon request.

Please note: Overnight at the Light programs must be booked and confirmed by the Museum at least 30 days in advance of your desired date(s) due to staffing requirements.

Our Overnight at the Light program is an immersive and customizable overnight experience at Michigan's oldest lighthouse. After arriving and getting settled in the historic 1874 Keepers Duplex, participants will tour the grounds and buildings. The tour includes a chance to climb the 94 steps to the top of the tower to see the best view in Port Huron, as well as a private shopping experience in our museum store. Following your tour, a snack is provided and a customizable program is available to meet your group’s diverse interests. After experiencing a night sleeping next to the lake, participants may be able to enjoy a morning climb before departing. Due to the historic nature of the site not all buildings are ADA accessible.

This program runs 7pm to 9am. Additional hours can be added upon request.

Please note: Overnight at the Light programs must be booked and confirmed by the Museum at least 30 days in advance of your desired date(s) due to staffing requirements.

Our Overnight at the Light program is an immersive overnight experience at Michigan's oldest lighthouse. After arriving and getting settled in the historic 1874 Keepers Duplex, participants will tour the grounds and buildings. The tour includes a chance to climb the 94 steps to the top of the tower to see the best view in Port Huron, as well as a private shopping experience in our museum store. In addition to your tour and private shopping experience, scouts will participate in programming that fulfills the requirements for the Girl Scouts Great Lakes Patch (patch not included). After experiencing a night sleeping next to the lake, participants may be able to enjoy a morning climb before departing. Due to the historic nature of the site not all buildings are ADA accessible.

This program runs 7pm to 9am. Additional hours can be added upon request.

We are excited to offer several loops for Webelos Activity Pins! This program lasts two hours and allows for a tour of the Museum before or after the program.

Webelo Options: Art Explosion & First Responders

Length: 2 hours

Cost: $6.00 per scout, $3.00 per chaperone, minimum payment of $90 required.

We are excited to offer the Stories in Shapes loop for Tiger Cubs! This program lasts one hour and allows for a tour of the Museum before or after the program.

Tiger Options: Stories in Shapes

Length: 1 hour

Cost: $6.00 per scout, $3.00 per chaperone, minimum payment of $90 required.

We are excited to offer several loops for Wolf and Bear Cubs! This program lasts an hour and a half and allows for a tour of the Museum before or after the program.

Wolf Options: Council Fire and Digging the Past
Bear Option: Super Science

Length: 1.5 hours

Cost: $6.00 per scout, $3.00 per chaperone, minimum payment of $90 required.