North Point Lighthouse
North Point Lighthouse is a beautifully restored 1888 landmark museum and event destination that Frederick Law Olmsted used as the crown jewel when he designed Lake Park in 1893. Climb the 74-ft tower for spectacular views of our lake front and downtown Milwaukee. The Queen Anne Keeper’s Quarters offers insights into Wisconsin’s maritime history through nautical artifacts and keepers’ stories, particularly a woman who saved lives while keeping this light for 30 years.
Museum Information
Location
2650 North Wahl Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53211
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Contact Us
414.332.6754
info@northpointlighthouse.org
northpointlighthouse.org
Museum Hours:
Saturday–Sunday: 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Masks are required.
Closed on July 24/25, August 14, and December 25/26
Admission Prices
$8 for Adults
$5 for adults age 65+ and students with ID
$5 for children age 5-11
No charge for children age 4 and under
Climbing the Tower
Must be at least 5 years old and at least 38 inches tall to climb the tower
MMM News Updates
Charles Allis and Villa Terrace Art Museums Announce Reopening on March 31, 2021 – Visitors will have the opportunity to explore the beautiful indoor collections and outdoor gardens. The museums continue to follow state and local health and safety measures to mitigate the spread of Covid-19. These include, masks, social distancing and capacity limits. – LEARN MORE
Due to the pandemic, the MMM partners have suspended MMM Day. We have greeted thousands of visitors to the museums over the last nine years celebrating mothers and families on Mother’s Day. We hope to reschedule in the fall, public health permitting. Please check back with us and thank you for your support!
Membership
Become a member of North Point Lighthouse and experience the journey that connects you to this iconic historic landmark. North Point Lighthouse membership provides you with exclusive member-only benefits, while also offering you the opportunity to financially support one of Milwaukee’s antique treasures. North Point Lighthouse members are not just donors, but champion supporters of our community.
Featured Exhibit
Milwaukee’s Melting Pot
2018-2019
Between 1836 and 1850, Wisconsin’s population increased from a mere 11,000 in 1836 to over 305,000 by 1850. Most arrived by ship and the North Point Lighthouse was the first thing they saw when they arrived in Milwaukee.