Old Baldy Lighthouse

Marking the mouth of the historic Cape Fear River, Old Baldy Lighthouse offers a singular backdrop for your wedding day. Known as North Carolina’s oldest standing lighthouse, this 200-year-old lighthouse speaks to Bald Head Island’s rich maritime past -- making it a memorable setting for saying your “I do’s.” The grounds of Old Baldy Lighthouse and Smith Island Museum provide the ideal blend of historic charm and the island's natural beauty.Old Baldy towers above the spacious lawn shadowed by the majestic, moss-draped, southern live oaks and bordered by tidal estuaries and meandering creeks -- creating a whimsical southern setting for beginning your life together as spouses. It also creates a great setting for taking unforgettable wedding photos. The Smith Island Museum of History -- right next to Old Baldy -- stands as a replica of the 1850’s lighthouse keeper’s cottage and provides the ideal unique touch that is sure to be remembered on your big day!