Bolivar Point Lighthouse

05/11/2026

The Bolivar Point Lighthouse original Fresnel Lens is on display at the Smithsonian, National Museum of American History I. Washington, DC. Quite an honor. Have you seen it there?

05/09/2026

✨ **RAFFLE ALERT - WIN A PIECE OF COASTAL ART!** ✨

Hurry - Last Chance for Raffle!!!

Looking to elevate your next gathering? We are raffling off a stunning, custom-crafted **36" x 11" Charcuterie Board** featuring a beautiful engraved/burned design of the historic Bolivar Point Lighthouse! 🧀🍷

This isn't just a serving tray—it’s a massive, one-of-a-kind conversation piece and a tribute to our beloved "Iron Sentinel."

🙏 **Special Thanks:** A huge shoutout to the incredibly talented Shauna Bryan King III with AhhShoot Photography** for creating and donating this gorgeous board! Her artistry is as impressive as the lighthouse itself.

📍 **WHERE:** Find the Bolivar Point Lighthouse Foundation booth at the Texas Crab Festival**
📅 **WHEN:** We’re here **NOW** through the weekend—May 7, 8, & 9!

Every raffle ticket purchased goes directly toward our mission to restore and preserve the lighthouse for future generations. Come say hi, see this beautiful board in person, and get your name in the hat!

**Festival Days:**
🦀 Thursday, May 7
🦀 Friday, May 8
🦀 Saturday, May 9

Let’s save the light together! ⚓️💡

05/09/2026

BUCKET LIST ALERT - ONCE IN A LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY! ⚓️✨

Ever dreamed of dining in the shadow of a legend? Now is your chance! We are thrilled to announce a Live Auction at the Texas Crab Festival for a truly exclusive experience: Dinner for 8 at the Historic Bolivar Point Lighthouse! 🦀🍴

This isn't just a meal—it’s a memory. You and 7 guests will enjoy:
✅ A private, guided tour of the 1872 lighthouse grounds and historic keeper’s quarters.
✅ A catered dinner set against the backdrop of one of the most iconic landmarks on the Gulf Coast.
✅ An evening of history, salt air, and total exclusivity.

📍 Where: Live Auction at the Texas Crab Festival
🗓 When: SATURDAY -TODAY - MAY 9 AT 7:30 PM
💰 Proceeds: Support the Bolivar Point Lighthouse Foundation in our mission to restore and preserve this beacon for generations to come.

Dust off those bidding paddles! Who’s going to take home the ultimate Bolivar experience? 🏆

05/08/2026

Come & See Us at the Texas Crab Festival!!

05/07/2026

✨ **RAFFLE ALERT - WIN A PIECE OF COASTAL ART!** ✨

Looking to elevate your next gathering? We are raffling off a stunning, custom-crafted **36" x 11" Charcuterie Board** featuring a beautiful engraved/burned design of the historic Bolivar Point Lighthouse! 🧀🍷

This isn't just a serving tray—it’s a massive, one-of-a-kind conversation piece and a tribute to our beloved "Iron Sentinel."

🙏 **Special Thanks:** A huge shoutout to the incredibly talented Shauna Bryan King III with AhhShoot Photography** for creating and donating this gorgeous board! Her artistry is as impressive as the lighthouse itself.

📍 **WHERE:** Find the Bolivar Point Lighthouse Foundation booth at the Texas Crab Festival**
📅 **WHEN:** We’re here **NOW** through the weekend—May 7, 8, & 9!

Every raffle ticket purchased goes directly toward our mission to restore and preserve the lighthouse for future generations. Come say hi, see this beautiful board in person, and get your name in the hat!

**Festival Days:**
🦀 Thursday, May 7
🦀 Friday, May 8
🦀 Saturday, May 9

Let’s save the light together! ⚓️💡

05/01/2026

We can't wait to see you at the 2026 Texas Crab Festival!
May 7th, 8th & 9th

Bolivar Point Lighthouse Bolivar Peninsula Chamber of Commerce Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce Greater Beaumont Chamber of Commerce The Texas Bucket List Bolivar Peninsula, Texas

03/05/2026

🎉🎉So thankful for the support and shout-out from the Amy Bruni! The Bolivar Point Lighthouse is a historic and hauntingly unique part of Texas maritime 🎉🎉history!!

01/10/2026

🎧Calling all Lighthouse lovers! UUnited States Lighthouse Societyhas a new podcast “Be the Light”. 💡

The U.S. Lighthouse Society has a brand new podcast - "Be the Light" with Sarah MacHugh. This podcast will amplify the light of people who show up, lead with heart, and create real change.

In the first episode, host Sarah MacHugh sits down with Averie Shaughnessy-Comfort, Executive Director of Presque Isle Light Station in Pennsylvania, for a powerful conversation about what it truly means to serve a community with heart.

You can listen on our news blog:
https://news.uslhs.org/2026/01/08/be-the-light-episode-1-averie-shaughnessy-comfort-2/

There's a video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4e3fMNenh2k?si=WZ-Jx1tISZwGeCWJ

You can also listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other popular podcast platforms.

We're very excited about this new podcast. Do you know someone or a group doing great work? Have you recently heard a story that inspires you? We invite you to nominate them for "Be the Light." No story is too small. Every light matters. Nominate them here: https://forms.gle/yKsPkDxAftxejRM78

01/08/2026

🦎 So grateful for Your support of the Bolivar Point Lighthouse! Thank you Naked Iguana Brewery, Galveston, TX!! Cheers! 🍻

Naked Iguana gives back. Every time you buy a Bolivar Beacon Kolsch beer or associated merchandise in our taproom or elsewhere, 10% of the sale is donated to the Foundation for the restoration of the Bolivar Lighthouse. Cheers to restoration of our local landmarks! 🍻

12/25/2025

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United States Lighthouse Society

12/20/2025

It's not too late --Order your brick online before 12/31/2025! https://www.fundraisingbrick.com/online-orders/bolivar/

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