National Lighthouse Museum facts for kids

A "National Lighthouse Museum" is a special place where you can learn all about lighthouses! Lighthouses are tall towers with bright lights that help ships find their way safely, especially at night or in bad weather. They have been important for sailors for hundreds of years.

Sometimes, different museums around the world have very similar names. When you see "National Lighthouse Museum," it could be talking about a few different places.

Exploring Lighthouse Museums

When you hear about a "National Lighthouse Museum," it usually refers to one of these interesting places:

Lighthouse Museums in Different Countries

• National Lighthouse Museum (New York City), located in New York, United States. This museum helps visitors discover the history of lighthouses in America.
• National Lighthouse Museum, Pohang, found in Pohang, South Korea. This museum focuses on the lighthouses and maritime history of Korea.
• Trinity House National Lighthouse Museum, which used to be in Penzance, England. This museum is no longer open, but it once shared the history of lighthouses managed by Trinity House, a famous organization that has looked after lighthouses in England for centuries.