Awarded Annually by the

Beavertail Lighthouse Museum Association

The first Beavertail Light was constructed in 1749, just the 3rd of the 11 lighthouses constructed along the Atlantic seacoast by the colonies prior to the American Revolution.  Since then, the lighthouse has served as a landmark for navigators and a guide for safe passage through the east and west passages of Narragansett Bay.  For those passing by it, Beavertail’s powerful beacon light and fog signal devices provided both warnings and a welcome through the unfailing service of dedicated keepers and administrators.

The Beavertail Lighthouse Museum Association (BLMA) was created as a commitment to preserve and protect the site and to provide visitors with opportunities to learn about the role of this historic site and those involved with its purpose, functions, and care.

The Scholarship Fund was established for high school seniors living in Jamestown, RI who intend to further their education at an institution of higher learning.  Thus, the Beavertail Light and the BLMA continue to share a common goal of promoting learning, building awareness of our surroundings, and helping to preserve our environment.  Each student selected will receive a $1,000 scholarship to be applied toward college tuition, books, or fees related to the courses of study.