The Lighthouse of Houston

With school out and summer right around the corner, The Lighthouse of Houston is excited to announce our Youth Specialty Camps, all designed for blind and low vision youth and their siblings.

Running from June through July, our camps offer something for everyone. Whether performing on the stage, going mad with science during STEAM week, leveling up with accessible video games, learning about podcasting, hitting the field for sports, or learning essential life skills in our Shine & Dine camp, we have it all!

Each camp is crafted to help youth learn, grow, and gain confidence in a supportive, inclusive environment, all while having an absolute blast. Spots fill up fast, so now’s the time to check out the full schedule and register for a summer of discovery, creativity, and fun!

Click any link to register!
Performing Arts Week: https://ow.ly/9Jhu50Z5FQR
STEAM Week: https://ow.ly/tXUn50Z5FQM
Accessible Gaming Teen Week: https://ow.ly/7UwY50Z5FQN
Podcasting Teen Week: https://ow.ly/vwnk50Z5FQQ
Accessible Sports Week: https://ow.ly/MEzu50Z5FQO
Shine and Dine Teen Week: https://ow.ly/VTsE50Z5FQP

Join us on June 16th at 7:10 PM, when our Lighthouse Choir sings the National Anthem before the Astros vs Tigers game. Bring friends, family, and your Astros pride!

Your support helps ensure that our Choir, featuring incredible individuals who are blind or low vision, can sing at different events around Houston, including at future Astros games. It's an excellent way to represent our community and show Houston who we are.

Buy your tickets before June 15th to be part of this unforgettable moment and help us hit our goal right out of Daikin Park! https://www.gofevo.com/event/Lighthousehouston2

Happy National Creativity Day!

At The Lighthouse of Houston, creativity opens doors to connection, confidence, and community.

We proudly serve blind and low vision youth and their families through accessible, inclusive programs that spark imagination and build lifelong skills.

From tactile art to social connection, we’re empowering young minds to shine their brightest.

Today calls for some celebration!

Join us in congratulating Wanda Johnson on 1 year of outstanding service, as well as Fernando Espinosa on 2 years of dedicated service.

We at The Lighthouse are incredibly proud of both Wanda and Fernando for their amazing achievements!

Mama Mia! This past Saturday, cooking and baking class participants had a blast making personal pizzas and learning how to navigate the kitchen. It's always fun making delicious food together.

We already can't wait for next month's class!

Join us on June 16th at 7:10 PM, when our Lighthouse Choir sings the National Anthem before the Astros vs Tigers game.

Your support helps ensure that our Choir, featuring incredible individuals who are blind or low vision, can sing at different events around Houston, including at future Astros games. It's an excellent way to represent our community and show Houston who we are.

Buy your tickets before June 15th to be part of this unforgettable moment and help us hit our goal right out of Daikin Park! https://www.gofevo.com/event/Lighthousehouston2

Get ready for a summer full of learning, creativity, and fun with our Youth Summer Camps!

The Lighthouse of Houston is excited to announce our Youth Summer Camps for children and teens who are blind or have low vision.

Our first camp, Performing Arts Camp, will take place from June 8 to June 10th. Sign up here: https://pro.gofundme.com/event/summer-specialty-camp-week-1/e790970

Campers will have the unique opportunity to work with trained professionals, including the esteemed Open Dance Project, to learn the basics of performance arts and dance.

There will be a culminating opportunity of seeing the Audio Described performance of “CLUE” at The Hobby Center on June 11th at 7:30pm with tickets offered for the price of $26 each.

Join us and enjoy artistic growth and inspiration, where students can discover their potential and express themselves through the art of dance and performance.

All Camp Dates: June 8 - 10, June 15 - 17, June 22 - 24, July 13 - 15, July 20 - 23, and July 27 - 29. This year’s exciting camp themes include Performing Arts, STEAM, Accessible Gaming, Podcasting, Sports, Tactile Art, and "Shine and Dine” Camp (hygiene, self-care, and etiquette).

To learn more and to snag your spot for any of our camps, visit our events page: https://houstonlighthouse.org/community-events-resources/

Make this the summer to remember!

Today, we take time to remember and honor the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Their courage and dedication will never be forgotten.

From everyone at The Lighthouse of Houston, Happy Memorial Day.

Yesterday, our Adult Day Program had a blast during their Memorial Day Pool Party! They listened to music, went swimming, and no pool party is complete without some absolutely delicious burgers, courtesy of Matthew May, Director of Health Services and Programs.