Kenosha (Southport) Light Station

VISITED SUNDAY OCTOBER 6, 2024. I love light houses. They are spectacular land marks that represent amazing, meaningful history. This was my 2nd visit and learned much more about this light house visiting the museum and getting an enlightened info from the museum docent who sadly his name evades me. I couldn’t believe his memory bank was full of facts and stories to share. To top off, he mentioned a ship that my father-in-law used to talk about when he lived, brought shivers down my spine as well as tears. Include a visit here when you are in the area.

We had the opportunity to visit this very interesting museum on 9/8. Docent / Caretaker Ron was extremely knowledgeable regarding lighthouses and ships all around the Great Lakes. Climbing to the top of the tower added perspective on the important work performed by caretakers long before gps existed. Informational displays in the house itself were well done. The admission is no charge (with a contribution appreciated). There is a charge of $10 to climb the tower.

Amazing! Ron told us the history of the location and provided excellent background into the development of the Fresnel lense. Fascinating and a great example in the museum! The upper level was a history lesson in shipwrecks, notably the Wisconsin. Don't miss out on walking up the 55' tower either (small fee).

It was so seeing and reading the history. I love history so this was definitely up my alley. Then we did the light house it was beautiful once you got up there but I am afraid of heights so going up was a great laugh for my daughter 🤣. If you are visiting this place should be a quick stop.

The place is stunning. Really enjoyed reading the history of the lighthouse and location. The choice of brick was superb. Unfortunately the pictures I took are not very good because of the time of day. Would have liked to gotten better ones with the sun directly on the front.

On August 17, 2024, my friends and I made a point of visiting this site. The lighthouse was nice and the museum was informative and the displays were nice. The grounds were nicely kept. After that, the rest of the experience was not ideal. The”assistant keeper” and “principal keeper” were not friendly. Didn’t even greet us or even acknowledge us when we walked into the keeper’s quarters. I work at a lighthouse as a historical interpreter/museum educator and was very disappointed in the interaction and lack thereof. As for Ron, the “principal keeper”, his information was not right and even went as far as to make me feel degraded for the knowledge of historical lighthouse operations. Very happy I got my stamp cause I’m not coming back here and will only recommend it to those needing the stamps.

You don't even know how much you don't know about lighthouses! Sure, I climbed the 72 steps to the top of the lighthouse. Yes, the views were amazing & I took plenty pictures. An , of course, I now want my own lighthouse! The unexpected treasure was the history & explanation of how lighthouses function. The 'keeper' was a plethora of information, which, he shared willingly.

Great experience. Kepler’s house is free of charge but it is $10/adult for going to the top of the lighthouse. The docent was very knowledgeable and nice. Lots of information.