1117 Nantasket Ave, Hull, MA 02045, USA
https://www.lifesavingmuseum.org
Owned By: Hull Lifesaving Museum
This small museum is dedicated to preserving Boston Harbor’s rich maritime heritage and lifesaving traditions. Housed in the restored 19th century Point Allerton US Lifesaving Station, it offers year-round education and recreation programs. Located at the mouth of Boston Harbor, with views of Boston Light and the Graves Lighthouse. The museum also operates an active boathouse with open water rowing programs at Pemberton Point.
Features
The museum, founded in 1978, is housed in the former Point Allerton US Lifesaving Station, which opened in 1889, under the leadership of Joshua James. James is considered a “father” of the US Coast Guard. The museum’s mission “celebrates the lifesaving spirit of Skills, Courage, and Caring, and the relevance of our history to our constituents’ daily lives.”
This land is within the region of the Massachuseuk (or Massachusett) Native American tribe.
Habitats and Wildlife
Located at the far end of the Hull peninsula, at the mouth of Boston Harbor.
Historic Site: Yes
Park: No
Beach: No
Boat Launch: No
Size: 0.28 acres
Hours: See website for hours.
Parking: LImited on-site parking
Cost: See website for rates.
Facilities:
Picnic tables, interpretive signage, bench.
Dogs: No
Boat Ramp: No
ADA Access: Yes
Scenic Views: Yes
Waterbody/Watershed: Boston Harbor (Atlantic Ocean)