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West Point Lighthouse 150th Anniversary: Entertainment by Jamie Matthews, Kurk Bernard & Joey Doucette
In 1875, construction of the historic West Point Lighthouse, nestled along the shores of Northumberland Strait in the western tip of PEI, was completed and the lamp was lit in December of that same year. Over the years the need for staff ended with electrification in 1963. Although the structure is no longer staffed by keepers, its majestic light is still burning brightly over the Strait and the local communityā€“a beacon to all.
In 2025, the West Point community along with other locals and tourists alike will celebrate the 150th anniversary of the lighthouse. The celebratory events will begin on June 7 with the official Opening Ceremony at the Lighthouse with local and Indigenous performers entertaining local dignitaries, special guests, community members and tourists.
Throughout the day, an art exhibit featuring the West Point Lighthouse through various mediums will be hosted at the West Point Harbourside Centre. In the evening a music concert featuring well known local musicians Jamie Matthews, Kirk Bernard and Joey Doucette.
Visitors to the lighthouse will be offered tours to the Lantern Room at the top, free of charge.
The celebration will continue throughout the summer months featuring several special events designed to appeal to both local community members and tourists alike.
Family Friendly
Free event
Kurk Bernard
Kurk lived in Hamilton, Ontario, where he was bass guitarist and vocalist for the country band, Blind River, as well as South Mountain Band, and still performs from time to time with both groups. Now living in PEI, Kurk continues his music, performing in night clubs, benefits, Chase The Ace…