Visitor, Site, & Photo Information
Subject to change on short notice.
Visitor Hours
The park grounds around Grosse Point Lighthouse National Landmark are open year-round. Weather permitting,
our interpretive center is open June through September on Saturdays and Sundays at 2 - 3 - 4 P.M. For reasons
of health and safety, there is a maximum of 8-people per viewing and children under the age of 8 are not
permitted in the light tower. Reservations are not accepted. The facility is closed the week of Independence
Day and Labor Day holiday weekend. Please note that washrooms are located at lighthouse beach entrance.
General Admission
Visitors are admitted on a first come basis with a fee of 15.00 for adults and 8.00 for children between the ages of 8 and 12. Payment by cash or credit card (VISA or MasterCard). This admission fee includes access to our exhibit on the history of Grosse Point Lighthouse with accompanying video presentation, the Lady Elgin shipwreck exhibit, and a tour up 141-stairs to the top of Grosse Point’s light tower (unless cancelled). For information on school group visits or access for the disabled phone 847-328-6961 or email lpdnhl@grossepointlighthouse.net.
Location & Parking
The Grosse Point Lighthouse is located at the intersection of Central Street and Sheridan Road in Evanston, IL. Paid Parking for non-Evanston visitors is available in the beach parking lot north of the lighthouse with limited parking on the street.
Photos, Videos, Special Events & Use of Drones
Weddings, receptions, birthday parties and other social events are not permitted on the grounds or in buildings at Grosse Point Lighthouse Park. In addition, permits are required for commercial (for-profit) photography or videos on park grounds. For reasons of safety, videos and "flash" photography are not permitted in the buildings. Phone 847-328-6961 or email lpdnhl@grossepointlighthouse.net for more information.We require notification of any drone use on site 48-hours in advance.