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Located near the pier on St. Simons Island, at 101 12th street, just east of Brunswick, Georgia, St. Simons Light marks the entrance to St. Simons Sound. The original tower of 1811 was destroyed by Confederates and was replaced by the present, 104 foot tower in 1872. The tower is made of Savannah Grey Brick. Malaria plagued the work crews and later the keepers until nearby stagnant ponds were drained. The 104 foot tower still has the original third-order Fresnel lens and Victorian keeper's quarters. Originally lit by by mineral oil lamps, the light was electrified in 1959. The tower is open for climbing, and there is a museum. Both are open Tues.-Sat 10-5; Sun 1:30-5 (912-638-4666)
 
 
The 104 foot operating lighthouse stands behind the 1872 lighthouse keeper's house - the oldest brick structure in Glynn County. This beautifully restored building houses the museum of the Coastal Georgia Historical Society.
     
 

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