Cape Blanco Heritage Society
Garrison Lake
Garrison Lake
The Dock I
The Dock I
The Heads
The Heads
Cape Blanco Lighthouse
Cape Blanco Lighthouse
The Dock II
The Dock II
Redfish Rocks
Redfish Rocks
Shlukeh
Shlukeh
Battle Rock
Battle Rock
Mural by Darren Evans Art

The Cape Blanco Heritage Society.  
Dedicated To Our Local Heritage.

By modern definition, heritage is "valued objects and qualities such as cultural traditions, unspoiled countryside, and historic buildings that have been passed down from previous generations." The Cape Blanco Heritage Society is dedicated to preserving the heritage of our three historic sites, as well as the heritage, culture and living history of the surrounding area; a history that reveals itself with new stories every day. We're dedicated to working with our collaborative partners at each of our three sites to tell a more inclusive and accurate history.

Our Three Historic Sites are currently OPEN for the season.

Our Seasonal Schedule.

The Cape Blanco Lighthouse (Exterior and Gift Shop only) is OPEN from April-October (every day except Tuesday). The Hughes House and Lifeboat Station Museum will be OPEN from May-September (every day except Tuesday). Each site is on the National Register of Historic Places, and is located in beautiful settings with ocean views and hiking trails.

Save Our Lighthouse

Cape Blanco Light Station (1870) holds five Oregon records, including most westerly and oldest continually operating lighthouse on the Oregon coast.

Hughes House (1898) is an elegant restored Victorian farmhouse designed by Pehr Johan Lindberg for prosperous dairyman Patrick Hughes.

Port Orford Lifeboat Station (1934) was home to U.S. Coast Guard surfmen who for 36 years bravely rescued mariners in distress.

Although we are closed for the season, there is still a lot going on during the off-season at CBHS. Get involved to find out how you can help support our mission year round.

SUPPORT CBHS

Learn how you can support CBHS by clicking the 'DONATE' button found on every page. If you need further information, please call 541-332-0521.

EVENTS IN PROGRESS —
US Lighthouse Day
Journey to the Cape Blanco Lighthouse to see our "Save Our Lighthouse" art exhibit currently on display through October 31st. We have a special video on display by Emmy award-winning cinematographer David Fortney created for Lighthouse Day and the US Lighthouse Society's 40th Anniversary!
The Docents
Save Our Lighthouse
CBHS FEATURED ON ”LIGHT HEARTED" — Representatives from CBHS from the past, present and future were interviewed by Jeremy D’Entremont of the US Lighthouse Society for his “Light Hearted” podcast about the Cape Blanco Lighthouse and “Save Our Lighthouse”. The interview took place at Point.B Studio on August 31 2023 and aired on September 24 2023. Download our CBHS News of Note for the backstory and listen to the podcast here.

Volunteer or Join

The Society is seeking volunteers (tour docents, greeting center cashiers, membership chairperson, committee members, newsletter article writers, Living History actors, etc.). This is a good time to get acquainted with the Society. Contact CBHS at 541-332-0521 or email us for more information.

Port Orford Lifeboat Station

Port Orford Lifeboat Station

No trip to Port Orford is complete without a visit to this historic Lifeboat Station, now Port Orford Heads State Park. The short trails around this headland afford fantastic views of the surrounding coastline.

Cape Blanco Light Station

Cape Blanco Lighthouse

Spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean await you on your tour of the Cape Blanco Lighthouse. This light station is the oldest continually operating and most westerly on Oregon's coast.

Hughes House at Cape Blanco

Hughes House

Discover what life was like for the Hughes family as they worked a dairy ranch during the late 19th and early 20th century and explore the wonders of the Sixes River valley within Cape Blanco State Park.