Blackistone Lighthouse - St. Clement's Island

Blackistone Lighthouse - St. Clement's Island Visit the site of Maryland’s birthplace. In 1634, 140 English settlers landed here to establish America’s fourth British colony. Hike the 40-acre island.

The Potomac River island features a cross commemorating the founding as well as the reconstructed Blackistone Lighthouse. Pier and docking facilities, sandy beach, picnic area. Mainland museum highlights island history. Seasonal water taxi and lighthouse tours available via the museum.

HOURS:
April - October: Sunrise to Sunset
November - March: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (301) 769-2222 St. Clement's Island Museum (mainland)

It was 67 years ago today that the original lighthouse caught fire and was ultimately destroyed.
07/16/2023

It was 67 years ago today that the original lighthouse caught fire and was ultimately destroyed.

Thank you Officer First Class Owens for patrolling the island on foot and making sure everyone is enjoying their visit.
09/04/2022

Thank you Officer First Class Owens for patrolling the island on foot and making sure everyone is enjoying their visit.

The lighthouse is open today!! Come out and visit us until 3pm! It’s great to see families bringing their blanket and en...
09/04/2022

The lighthouse is open today!! Come out and visit us until 3pm! It’s great to see families bringing their blanket and enjoying each other with the lighthouse as their backdrop.

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01/06/2022

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Hello. I’m trying to locate photos of my grandmother Elizabeth Blackistone Bussard Hubbs. I haven’t had any luck with my online ancestry searches. Would someone be able to guide me please?

Is this your ancestor? Compare DNA and explore genealogy for Elizabeth (Blackistone) Hubbs born 1921 Washington, District of Columbia, United States died 1974 Maryland, United States including ancestors + 1 photos + DNA connections + more in the free family tree community.

St. Clements Island is alive and well with many signs of spring beginning to show! The members of the St. Clements Hundr...
04/16/2021

St. Clements Island is alive and well with many signs of spring beginning to show! The members of the St. Clements Hundred are excited to open soon for an amazing summer season.

A special thank you to NAPA Auto Parts (Bill/Howie Guy) in Clements for the donation of the batteries for the solar panel which lights the cross.

A cold boat ride, but worth the trip. Since the solar panel batteries for the light for the cross are in the process of ...
12/22/2020

A cold boat ride, but worth the trip. Since the solar panel batteries for the light for the cross are in the process of being replaced, Tom and I had to dig into our light painting skills.... The lighthouse and cross are both lit by flashlight using a long exposure.

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38370 Point Breeze Road
Coltons Point, MD
20626

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(301) 769-2222

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