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Hudson-Athens Lighthouse Preservation Society

Come experience the life of a lighthouse keeper and visit the Hudson-Athens Lighthouse, a New York State chartered museum, celebrating 150 Years in 2024! Located in the middle of the majestic Hudson River between the City of Hudson and the Village of Athens, New York the lighthouse was built in 1874 to prevent shipwrecks.

a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization

What We Do

  • Restore, preserve and maintain the Hudson-Athens Lighthouse for public enlightenment

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  • Provide tours for school, community organizations, the general public and special events

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  • Share the stories of the lighthouse keepers and exhibit artifacts that tell its story

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  • Provide education about the history of the Hudson River

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Our Mission

To preserve and provide access to the iconic Hudson-Athens Lighthouse; to educate people of all ages about the glorious history of the Hudson River Valley.

Events & News

  • Saturday Tours

    Join us this year for a Saturday Tour of the lighthouse starting on Saturday, May 25th.

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  • 150th Anniversary: 1874 to 2024

    2024 marks 150 years since the first light keeper lit the lantern to guide vessels around Middle Ground Flats. For the 150th Anniversary, we are celebrating with many special events. Join us on June 1st for the boat parade!

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  • HALPS Awarded Second $500k Grant from NYS

    Lighthouse Group Gets $500k State Grant - Register Star

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  • Read this article in the Albany Times Union to learn about the status of the lighthouse

    Historic Hudson-Athens Lighthouse Could Collapse in Five Years - Albany Times Union

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  • Thanks for the shout out in the Register-Star about our need for restoration funds to save the lighthouse!

    Hudson-Athens Lighthouse in danger of collapsing in five years - Register Star

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  • We love Athens too! Click below to learn more about the gem of a town that is half our namesake!

    Athens, N.Y.: A ‘Perfect Combination of Old and New’ on the Hudson - New York Times

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  • Read More News

    Click the button below to read about HALPS in the news!

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  • “Its towering image symbolizes the spirit of exploration and enterprise that has been at the heart of our nation's growth.”

    US Lighthouse Society

  • One “of the country’s boldest—and most beautiful—lighthouses”.

    Architectural Digest

  • “One of New York’s most beautiful lighthouses.”

    A-Z Animal

  • “[T]he Hudson-Athens Lighthouse is an architectural gem.”

    Great Northern Catskills Greene County

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🌊 So far this year, the volunteers of the Hudson-Athens Preservation Society (HALPS) have visited 3 school districts to talk about the Hudson-Athens Lighthouse's rich history and the lightkeepers. 🏫 This is part of the Lighthouse’s Art &
🎉 SAVE THE DATE: JUNE 1ST, SATURDAY 🎉 Join us as the Hudson-Athens Lighthouse celebrates its 150th Anniversary with a spectacular Boat Parade on the Hudson River! The parade sets sail at 12:00 pm from Athens, led by the US Coast Guard and followe
🐰✨ Happy Easter from the Lighthouse family to yours!✨🐣 We are grateful that the Hudson-Athens Lighthouse is turning 150! Join us for the 150th Celebration and make this year the most memorable year in the Hudson Valley.🎉 Don't miss out on the fest
🏰✨ Exciting news! The Hudson-Athens Lighthouse has been nominated as a finalist for Historic Site & Landmark in the Fun & Leisure category! 🎉 Your support means the world to us, and we'd be honored to have your vote. Go to bestof.hvmag.com
🌟 Don't miss out on the enchanting holiday lights at our community's beloved lighthouse! ✨ If you haven't had the chance to see them yet, the next few weeks will be your last opportunity. Sometime in April, our dedicated volunteers will be removing