After being in this area multiple times and driving by this each of those times, I finally made it a point to stop in. I honestly had no idea what this was until I decided to make a stop. In fact, when I pulled into the parking area I wasn't sure where to park as there are signs stating something about permits. I will say, and this is my only gripe about this place, is the price of admission. I think it's a bit high for what you are getting. But I guess you need to pay the bills for this. This place kind of takes you back in time. See, back before this area had roads connecting to each other and when shipping was a huge thing, they had to have patrols that would make sure everything was ok. These patrols would head out to save people on the high seas when the high seas were less than cooperative. Kind of a precursor of the Coast Guard. This location is on the National Registry of Historic Places. This was a quick museum visit, but that is partly because I was impatient and didn't want to use the video tour. They do have a tour where you call in and type in a code for an exhibit and it would give you the information, but you can also read a lot of it within on the information placards next to the items. Points of interest is the house itself, living quarters, equipment used and the highlight is the access to the beach. It's amazing to think that men, year after year, would come here and serve time protecting people. It was some really tight quarters and they never knew what the seas might hold for them. Tip, be careful if you head out to the beach. I had taken my sandals off to walk into the sand and something jabbed my toe. That made for a quick return for me. Before you do head back get a look at the view. It is beautiful. read more

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Very Interesting site near the beach with free parking. The price was very reasonable. First, they have you watch a brief film about the history of the site. Then you proceed to the main house where the rescuers lived and you're able to see and touch everything, which is amazing to me- there are very few things in cases. There is a number you can dial to hear a narration about a specific object or area of the house as you walk thru. The gift shop is full of lovely trinkets and they have bathrooms, which is very convenient for roadtrippers like myself. Great for everyone but small kids will need to be watched to ensure they don't grab and break anything, and that they don't fall down the narrow staircase. read more

I had no idea how lives were saved in the ocean Many many years ago. This museum is fascinating and I learned so much. I was so surprised at how great it was. read more

I toured the museum and enjoyed the booklet they gave us. I read it all out loud to my friend Charlotte. I would like to go back and do more activities once I am recovered from surgery. 4 stars cause the lady at the front desk asked me friend if she was over 65 and she barely turned 58 and well... read more

Indian River Life-Saving Station - Parks Near Me - Rehoboth Beach, Delaware

Beautiful beach wedding venue! In October too! The wedding was right on the beach, and the reception was in a giant white tent closer to the station itself (still on the beach and next to this http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/IIJjeJWQOXfZ2z_bCDjYSg?select=DcVbCkaImlYa1pOheXN8tA). Plenty of shells on the beach too if you felt inclined to grab one. The staff was very friendly and helpful (aka still selling memorabilia items after hours, relighting stubborn tiki torches, and directing us to the bathroom). Plenty of pretty coastal themed books and knick knacks too. We picked up a beautiful painted oar as a souvenier for about $15 and our other friend got an old fashioned spyglass. One note about this venue: Maybe it's because I'm Californian, but the concept of driving (non-emergency) vehicles on the beach is foreign and seems really dangerous. There was a fisherman with a big black truck, lawn chairs (read: dbag) who was camped out right behind the Chuppah (Jewish wedding canopy) on the beach. I wish the staff had asked him to move or something (or roped it off) so he wouldn't have been in the wedding pictures. Also, the location is actually a few miles south of Dewey Beach. read more

Indian River Life-Saving Station - Parks Near Me - Rehoboth Beach, Delaware

The weather wasn't great for the beach, so we decided to check this museum out. We're glad we did! The exhibits were really interesting and started great conversations with our family about the way things were in the "old times," how technology has changed life saving, and the heroism of first responders throughout time. read more

Came here for a lantern tour and was so impressed! For $10, we had a two-hour guided tour of the lifesaving station and heard local folklore on the beach. Our guides were extremely knowledgeable, and the history of the lifesaving station is so interesting. It provided a whole different perspective on the Delaware beaches and Sussex County. We will definitely be back to see a reenactment. read more

My friends held their May wedding here, and it was beautiful. The beach is large enough for a simple ceremony or a blow-out, and the reception could be right at the same location, under tents or under the stars. The bathrooms were so accommodating that occasionally the men had to use the ladies and not the reverse! read more

Super awesome and interesting museum! You start off by watching a short video and then you are free to enjoy exploring the life-saving station. So many neat artifacts and rooms to explore. Definitely better than I expected! They do accept credit cards and there is a small gift shop where you can also buy state park passes. read more

Well maintained and organized museum, the tour is self guided with an audio presentation on your phone if you chose to use it. If you're interested in the early days of the US Coast Guard this museum is especially good. read more

Took the family to the museum for a change of pace in vacation. It was fun to learn the history of the station and to learn some of the stories of rescues and how they were achieved. The interactive phone stops are needed to get the full effect of the life saving station tour. Charge your cellphone before you get there. The kids were disappointed that the stop where you step up on a stool to lookout of the station at the ocean was blocked by a large party tent right in front of the building. The kids gave serious thought to moving the 2000 pound boat to the waters edge up and over the dunes. It is worth a stop if you are in the area and it won't break your bank compared to other things to do in this area. read more

Family- friendly living history museum on the beach. Have a great video that describes the bravery of these men and then you can tour the station where they lived and worked. Interesting artifacts. The station also offers classes like nautical sign painting or a lantern hike on the beach. Just need to look online to see the schedule for the State Park. Also check out the breaches buoy demonstration of rescuing shipwrecked sailors. It is offered 2 times a summer. read more