About Us
Friends of Warwick Lighthouse is a non-profit organization committed to the restoration, preservation, and maintenance of the Warwick Lighthouse in Rhode Island. Our goal is to protect this historic landmark and ensure its legacy for years to come. Through fundraising efforts and community support, we aim to maintain the lighthouse and its grounds, while also organizing public events to share its rich history with local residents.
Our principles
We are dedicated to preserving the rich history and architectural beauty of the Warwick Lighthouse, ensuring it remains a symbol of the past for future generations.
Environmental Stewardship
Community Engagement
Historical Preservation
We believe in actively engaging with the local community, fostering a sense of pride and ownership in the Warwick Lighthouse and its surrounding grounds.
As caretakers of the Warwick Lighthouse, we prioritize sustainable practices and strive to protect the natural environment in which it stands.
About our team
We are all New Englanders and have spent all or a large portion of our lives in Rhode Island, Massachusetts or Connecticut.
Our professions include Engineer, Educator, Administrator, Business Executive, Computer Scientist and Lawyer.
We have prior experience in volunteering for and leading several non-profit organizations including Educational and Cultural Foundations, Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation, and the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.
We have a deep love and appreciation for the sea and everything related to it. We share a common passion for nautical wonders, from majestic boats sailing across the horizon to the charming allure of lighthouses standing tall against the crashing waves. The sea has a magnetic pull on us, drawing us towards its vastness and captivating beauty. We find solace in the soothing sound of waves, the salty breeze on our faces, and the endless possibilities that the ocean holds.