August 7th is National Lighthouse Day. Travelers from all corners of the globe can choose a memorable lighthouse themed lapel pin from the gift shop after taking a guided tour of these marvelous structures. Available in a number of different sizes, shapes, colors, and styles, these small souvenirs can be created in a way that sheds light on the rich history of a particular area or community as well as National Lighthouse Day.
From as far west as California to the northern part of Rhode Island, lighthouses have been built and maintained by the Coast Guard since 1939. The United States has had approximately a thousand lights as well as light towers, range lights, and pier head lights. The state of Michigan has the most lights with over 150. As you can see, these structures are very much a part of this nation’s history. Artist Thomas Kinkade captures the beauty of lighthouses in his paintings and prints. His artwork is collected by people worldwide because it is so detailed.
Lighthouse keeper programs allow people from all walks of life to become tour guides for months at a time. This is another great opportunity to hand out custom lapel pins. Program participants can be awarded a pin at the end of their length of service. This allows them to feel valuable and also makes them more willing to sign up for the program again in future years.
Custom cardstock featuring a nautical theme keep the pins safe and secure. It also makes them ready for resale in gift shops and boutiques located near the lighthouse. Individuals and families looking for a memorable item to take home to their loved ones are more than likely to pick up a few lighthouse pins to take back with them.
Don’t let another National Lighthouse Day pass by without celebrating. If you’re a gift shop owner, order pins that have the name of your lighthouse, its location, and the date on it. If you are a program coordinator for a lighthouse keeping program, consider how relevant these pins are. You would be surprised to learn just how powerful pins can be in boosting a person’s spirit.
