Sodus Point Lighthouse

In our wandering around on Friday, quite to our surprise, we stumbled across Sodus Point Lighthouse. I enjoy lighthouses. There is something majestic and a little romantic about them that piques my imagination.

The “Big Sodus Light” was built in 1870 and served as a beacon to seaman on Lake Ontario until 1901. This was the second light on this site; the first having been erected in 1825. Now, as is the case with so many lighthouses, it is a maritime museum.

The lighthouse, as well as the grounds, are immaculately maintained by the Historical Society of Sodus Bay. We strolled around enjoying the flower gardens, the view of the lake, and the serenity of this peaceful place. By the time we got there, the sky had darkened further from when we were at Chimney Bluffs so the delineation between lake and sky was almost impossible. But, here that seemed to add to the light’s romantic appeal—perhaps a mysterious dimension.

Flower garden on the lighthouse lawn

Our quiet time of meditation was interrupted by the wedding party coming for rehearsal. What a beautiful place for a wedding—if only the sun will shine.