Cape Florida Lighthouse Celebrates 200th Anniversary Kickoff

Perched on the southern tip of Key Biscayne in Miami-Dade County, Florida, the Cape Florida lighthouse is the county’s oldest historic structure. This week starts a year-long celebration of the iconic landmark located at Bill Baggs State Park, culminating in its bicentennial anniversary on December 17, 2025. 

Marking two centuries of maritime history and cultural significance, the Cape Florida Light, as it was known, has played a vital role in maritime navigation and the cultural heritage of South Florida. The lighthouse is one of the oldest surviving lighthouses in Florida and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. 

Throughout 2025 and leading up to the 200th culmination, an extensive agenda of events will commemorate the Cape Florida Lighthouse’s rich history. The events include storytelling, music, natural sciences, poetry, art, and archeology. 

For more information:

Friends of Cape Florida – Friends of Cape
Bill Baggs State Park – Bill Baggs State Park.

Friends of Cape Florida is a non-profit citizen support organization dedicated to supporting Bill Baggs Florida State Park and celebrating its natural and cultural resources, including the historic lighthouse. 

The Cape Florida Lighthouse was first constructed in 1825 to aid sailors navigating around the Florida reef, extending from Key Biscayne to the Florida Keys (Friends of Cape Florida)