The Sodus Bay Historical Society was founded in 1972. The mission of the Society is
To collect, preserve, and exhibit records, writings, historical items, and artifacts;
To preserve and disseminate information in the field of history connected with the Sodus Bay area;
To serve the educational and cultural needs of the Sodus Bay area;
To support the preservation of historic structures, sites, and monuments;
To maintain a museum in the historic lighthouse, with an emphasis on local maritime history.
The Society has operated the Sodus Bay Lighthouse as a museum since July 4, 1985, so 2022 marks the Society's 50th year and the Lighthouse Museum's 38th season!