In 1980 the league undertook a major project to restore the St. Augustine Lightstation. The Keepers’ House had been gutted by a fire in the 1970s and was going to be demolished by the county. After raising the necessary funds the league was able to save the historic building. They also saved the First Order Fresnel Lens with the help of the United States Coast Guard, Joe Cocking ad Nick Johnston. Who performed the first Fresnel Lens restoration in the world. In 1998 the St. Augustine Lighthouse and Museum, Inc. was separately incorporated as a not for profit with a mission of history education and community service.
As a way to continue our support for the beautiful St. Augustine Lighthouse the Junior Service League hosts an annual 5k & Fun Run as our first fundraiser of the year. Register for the race today to continue the preservation of this historic landmark. After the race join us for the FREE Night Fest in celebration of the 25th Anniversary of the restoration of the Fresnel Lens.
