This site is operated by the Gastineau Channel Historical Society (GCHS) to provide information about the operations of the GCHS. Founded in 1956 and headquartered in Juneau, Alaska, the GCHS is a non-profit organization that promotes the history of the Gastineau Channel area, operates the Last Chance Mining Museum, and cares for the Sentinel Island Lighthouse.
September 19, 2008
Sentinel Island Lighthouse Transferred to GCHS
The Gastineau Channel Historical Society has been caring for the Sentinel Island Lighthouse since 1998. In 2004 official ownership of the Sentinel Island Lighthouse was transferred to the Gastineau Channel Historical Society under the National Historic Lighthouse Preservation Act of 2000 (for press releases about this click here or here). The lighthouse dates back to 1902 and is situated on the north end of SentinelIsland on a 6.5 acres lot, and features an art deco lighthouse, shop, boat house, dock, and tramway. During this time the Society has been working to preserve, protect, and restore the lighthouse to its original glory. The Society organizes annual member trips to SentinelIsland to clean and repair parts of this important Gastineau Channel treasure. Upon advanced request, the Society can arrange overnight stays and/or helicopter or boat tours to enjoy the spectacular views of the Gastineau Channel and the lighthouse. For additional information about the Sentinel Island Lighthouse or about visiting the lighthouse, contact the Gastineau Channel Historical Society at 907-586-5338 or glrrlg@alaska.net.
