The Saugerties Lighthouse sits just off shore where the Hudson meets the Esopus Creek. Its' beacon has been guiding ships since 1869. Saugerties was once a busy port for commercial and passenger boats and today the Saugerties Lighthouse is still used as a navigational aid. One night, current lighthouse keeper Patrick Landawee had a chance to appreciate the role of the lighthouse beacon first hand. Listen to the story and find out how.
View of Beacon and Lantern Room by Dave Gippert. Photo of Patrick sailing on board a schooner by Bob Porto.
Dream Job and Home
Some people have their dream job or live in a dream home. Patrick Landewe has both. He lives and works in the Saugerties Lighthouse. Listen to the StoryScape Hudson Valley Radio Program "Dream Job and Home." 6 min.
The Saugerties Lighthouse is a stately two-story red brick structure built on a massive stone base sitting just off shore where the Hudson River meets the Esopus Creek. The lighthouse has been guiding ships on the Hudson River since 1869. In the 1950’s the light was automated and the lighthouse vacated. It fell into disrepair in the 60's and 70's, but in the 80’s a group of concerned citizens formed the Saugerties Lighthouse Conservancy and began restoringthe property. Today, while still guiding ships on the Hudson, the lighthouse also welcome’s overnight guests.
View of the south-face of the lighthouse by Patrick Landewe
Learn More
The best way to learn more about the lighthouse is to take a tour or stay overnight. Find out how
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The Saugerties Lighthouse is a stately two-story red brick structure built on a massive stone base sitting just off shore where the Hudson River meets the Esopus Creek.