Discover the Rich Heritage of The Stonington Lighthouse Museum

Getting There

• Car

  From any location in The Quiet Corner, head towards the nearest major roadway leading south, such as Route 49 or Route 44. Follow signs for I-95 South towards New York City. Once on I-95 South, continue for approximately 30 miles. Take Exit 90 for Stonington. After exiting, turn left onto Route 1 (also known as Stonington Rd) and continue for about 2 miles. Then, turn right onto Water Street. The Stonington Lighthouse Museum will be on your left at 7 Water St, Stonington, CT 06378. Parking is available nearby, but may incur a fee depending on the season.

• Public Transportation

  If you are using public transportation, first take a bus from your location in The Quiet Corner to New London. You can use the CT Transit bus service to reach New London. Once you arrive at the New London train station, board an Amtrak train or a Shore Line East train heading towards New Haven. Get off at the Mystic station. From Mystic, you can take a local taxi or rideshare service like Uber or Lyft to reach the museum at 7 Water St, Stonington, CT 06378. Be sure to check schedules in advance for bus and train times.

• Bicycle

  For those who prefer cycling, check local bike routes to reach Stonington. Start by finding a safe cycling route towards Route 1. Once on Route 1, head south towards Stonington. As you approach Water Street, use bike lanes where available. Be cautious as some parts of Route 1 may require sharing the road with vehicles. The museum is located at 7 Water St, Stonington, CT 06378. Make sure to wear a helmet and follow all traffic laws.