We are a dedicated non-profit committed to preserving the historic Old Baldy Lighthouse on Bald Head Island, North Carolina. Our mission is to safeguard this iconic landmark and to promote …

Visit Old Baldy for a self-guided tour of North Carolina's oldest standing lighthouse.

Old Baldy Lighthouse, the oldest still-standing lighthouse in North Carolina, has a rich history that traces the evolution of coastal navigation and the challenges of maintaining reliable beacons …

The Old Baldy Foundation is a non-profit organization established for the preservation of Old Baldy Lighthouse on Bald Head Island, NC, and for the promotion of and education about the …

Old Baldy Lighthouse, built in 1817, stands as the oldest surviving lighthouse in North Carolina. Its striking design and storied past make it a vital piece of our coastal heritage.

Discover the Old Baldy Foundation, a dedicated 501 (c) (3) nonprofit preserving Bald Head Island’s rich history and natural beauty. Explore our restoration projects, educational …

Your Bald Head Island Tour ticket includes admission into the Smith Island Museum of History, admission to climb Old Baldy Lighthouse, and a 10% discount in the Old Baldy Foundation gift …

The first lighthouse on Bald Head Island, often referred to as "Older Baldy," was constructed in the 1790s after years of debate over the need for navigational aids along the Cape Fear River.

Every year hundreds of fourth-grade students take a field trip to visit Old Baldy, the state's oldest standing lighthouse. Field trips to Old Baldy Lighthouse are an unforgettable educational …

Oct 13, 2020 · Observations of the lighthouse's patchwork exterior fill almost all school reports that feature Old Baldy. Have you ever wondered the reason after 200 years that Old Baldy …