Even in the 21st century, historic lighthouses need lighthouse keepers. At the Charlotte-Genesee Lighthouse, they are known as “volunteers,” and they’re needed for the 2025 season, April through October.
The lighthouse, operated by the Charlotte-Genesee Lighthouse Historical Society, needs people who can devote at least five hours a month to help with a variety of functions. Volunteers help in the gift shop and lead tours of the keeper’s house-turned-museum and tower. They also assist with cataloguing, research, archival work, gardens and groundskeeping.
To talk about volunteer opportunities with Kathy Connor, volunteer coordinator, email her at kwolkowicz53@gmail.com or phone 585-389-1527.
“It’s a great opportunity for empty nesters, new retirees, and history enthusiasts to help the Lighthouse continue to serve visitors from all over,” said Kathy Connor, volunteer coordinator. “Five hours a month – about an hour or so a week – is what we’ve found most volunteers are happy with.”
The lighthouse is not open for tours in the winter months but volunteers can learn “all things lighthouse” during training sessions that will take place during this off season. “We hope to have our new volunteers ready to go when the lighthouse opens again in April 2025,” Connor said.
The lighthouse stands at 70 Lighthouse Street near Holy Cross Church, 4492 Lake Avenue. The grounds are open for exterior photography year-round. Visitors may call the lighthouse at 585-621-6179 for more information.
Visit https://geneseelighthouse.org/ for more information on the Charlotte-Genesee Lighthouse Historical Society.
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