A Piece of Maritime History
Brothers of Portsmouth, N.H. for the US Life Saving Service.
LOCATION
From the shore in Kittery Point – Wood Island appears to have not only a Life Saving Station building but also a lighthouse.
Surfman Roster
The restoration of Wood Island Station is a remarkable story, but remembering the brave men that served there is why the restoration has been undertaken.
Restoration
After nearly 60 years of neglect, the Wood Island Life Saving Station in Kittery Pt.
Come Visit The Wood Island
Museum
Where the Piscataqua River in Kittery Point, ME, meets the Atlantic Ocean, a mysterious, ancient structure stands on a small island. Shrouded in history, this enigmatic building invites you to uncover its secrets and explore its captivating past at our museum. Discover the stories that time has hidden away!
The History of Wood
Island Life Saving Station
In 1827, the Maine State Legislature ceded Wood Island to the Federal Government. The U.S. Navy is reported to have constructed a barracks there around that time, however, an 1865 photo shows only a barren island.
The Restoration
After nearly 60 years of neglect, the Wood Island Life Saving Station in Kittery Pt. Maine is well on its way to restoration rather than demolition.
Weather Conditions
Video gallery
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