The Old Cape Henry Lighthouse in Virginia Beach is open again to civilians.
The Lighthouse sits on the Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort and was closed to non-military personnel in February for security reasons.
The public can now visit Tuesdays through Sundays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with a few security restrictions: All visitors aged 18 and older without base access must submit and pass a background check at least five days before a visit but no more than 30 days in advance.
Those with base access are exempt from submitting the form.
The timed tickets must be purchased in advance, and the background form must be filled out during the online ticket purchase. Admission includes a tour with a guide.
Preservation Virginia members are free; general admission is $22; discounts are available for people 60 and older and military members; students are $8.
The nonprofit Preservation Virginia operates the Old Cape Henry Lighthouse, which was completed in 1792, becoming the first federally funded project of the U.S. government.
It is near what's called "First Landing," where English explorers stopped before sailing to Jamestown. It is built with the same sandstone that was used for many of the buildings in Washington, D.C.
The nearby black and white striped "New" Cape Henry Lighthouse was built in 1881 and is still in service, but closed to the public.
The lighthouse is at 583 Atlantic Ave., Fort Story. Visit preservationvirginia.org for tickets and more information.