It’s signals night
Heceta Head Lightstation hosts Victorian Christmas
Charles Dickens never wrote a novel set in a lighthouse but, if he had, that lighthouse probably would have looked a lot like the Heceta Head Lightstation, just south of Yachats.
And this Saturday, Dec. 9, the coast’s most picturesque lighthouse will don its finest Dickensian festive finery when it hosts the first of four Annual Victorian Christmas open houses.
The event will be repeated on Sunday, Dec. 10, and again on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 16 and 17.
The Queen Anne-style Keeper’s House will be decorated inside and out with festive Victorian holiday decorations through Jan. 2.
Each evening of the open houses, local musicians will perform holiday favorites. Even Santa will be visiting to welcome children of all ages.
Guests are encouraged to pack a flashlight and take a nighttime walk to the lighthouse. This is a great opportunity to watch the lighthouse beams rotate overhead, truly a magical experience.
Entry to the Keeper’s House is free, but donations are gladly accepted. Parking is available at the Heceta Head Lighthouse State Scenic Viewpoint, just below the Keeper’s House, for $5 per vehicle. A free shuttle will take visitors from the park to the front door. Or, enjoy the beautiful walk up from the beach to the festivities.
Enter the holiday raffle, online and in person, for a chance to win a free night’s stay at the bed and breakfast, as well as great prizes from local artists and businesses. The Heceta Lighthouse Gift Shop will be open and filled with special lighthouse gifts for Christmas shopping.
The open houses will run from 4 to 7 pm. For more information, go to hecetalighthouse.com or call 866-547-3696.
Music Schedule
Saturday, Dec. 9
4 pm: Coastal-Aires
5 pm: Oregon Coast Chorus
6 pm: HWY 101 Jazz Quartet
Sunday, Dec. 10
4 pm: Hammers and Whistle
5 pm: Nyah
6 pm: Arioso
Saturday, Dec. 16
4 pm: Sea Strings Quartet
5 pm: Miss Robbie Dee
6 pm: Seiko Werts
Sunday, Dec. 17
4 pm: Takako Klampe
5 pm: Ron Stanley
6 pm: Ron Stanley