Celebrate the Strawberry Moon at Twilight at the Tower

The Crooked River Lighthouse will be hosting Twilight at the Tower on Sunday, June 28 from 7:00-10:00 pm ET in Carrabelle, FL. This special event invites visitors to enjoy after-hours museum visits, gift shop browsing, tower climbs, and the gorgeous natural surroundings of St. George Sound and Carrabelle Beach as evening falls and the Strawberry moon rises.
June’s full Moon has traditionally been called the Strawberry Moon by Native American Algonquian tribes that live in the northeastern United States as well as the Ojibwe, Dakota, and Lakota peoples to mark the ripening of “June-bearing” strawberries that are ready to be gathered.” (Credit: Old Farmer’s Almanac)
In celebration of the Strawberry Moon, the Beacon Bistro will be serving a special sweet treat – strawberry shortcake – by donation. Additional baked goods, popcorn, and refreshments will also be available, with all treats offered by donation.
The Keeper’s House Museum will be open for after-hours visits featuring the lighthouse’s original Fresnel lens from Paris, France constructed in 1894. The lighthouse gift shop will offer a variety of unique nautical gifts and souvenirs. As the sky shifts from watercolor hues to deep evening blues, guests are encouraged to bring a chair, relax on the lighthouse grounds, and enjoy a memorable evening beneath the full Strawberry Moon.
Visitors seeking an unforgettable experience can enjoy twilight tower climbs to the top of the tallest lighthouse on the Forgotten Coast. From the top, climbers will be treated to panoramic views of St. George Sound, Carrabelle Beach and the beautiful colors of the evening sky. Climb reservations are encouraged. Evening climbs are scheduled at 15-minute intervals and cost $6 for the public and are free for current CLA members. . Climbers 12 and under are free with a ticketed adult and must be at least 44 inches tall.  Climb reservations and additional details are available in the gift shop or online.