March 13, 2024 (Jupiter, FL) – Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum, the historical landmark that sits on the confluence of the Indian and Loxahatchee Rivers at the Jupiter Inlet, announces exciting details about its tenth annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival – On Tour. On Saturday, April 13 between 6 - 10 p.m., guests are invited to enjoy fresh air, delicious food trucks and refreshing drinks, while watching outstanding international short films from one of the nation’s premiere environmental and adventure film festivals.
 
“The Wild & Scenic Film Festival is one of my favorite events of the year. It’s an inspiring and exciting way to connect to our environment, local activists and partners, and get a glimpse into larger national and international issues,” said Katrina Heller, Executive Director of Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum. “I look forward to seeing our community come together for this fun event!”
 
The 2024 Wild & Scenic Film Festival theme is “Reel Action.” Featuring a series of 13 short films, the local event meant to inspire engagement and provide an opportunity for guests to interact with other local environmental organizations, including Bureau of Land Management/Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area, The River Center/Loxahatchee River District, Jupiter Inlet Foundation, Friends of Jupiter Beach, Wild Dolphin Project, Beach Bucket Foundation, Jupiter Narrows Conservation Alliance, Manatee Lagoon and the Nature Conservancy. 
 
Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum is a congressionally identified partner in the management of 120 acres of nationally significant property surrounded by urban development and busy waterways. The Museum sits on the Loxahatchee River, portions of which are a Wild & Scenic River as designated in 1985 by Wild & Scenic Rivers Act. As part of a national tour, the Wild & Scenic Film Festival tours across the country and uses the event to promote an urgent call of action for preservation of the environment.
 
Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs. Gates open at 6 p.m., with the short films beginning at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $25, with limited availability.
 
2024 national sponsors include American Rivers, Earthjustice, Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, Nia Impact Capital, HHMI Tangled Bank Studios. Local sponsors include Sportfish Outfitters, Jupiter Dive Center, The Scout Guide, Brian Marketing Group, Michael Ivancevic – Illustrated Properties, and Guanabanas.
 
For more information or to purchase tickets, call (561) 747-8380 or visit https://www.jupiterlighthouse.org/special-events-tickets/wild-scenic-film-festival/. Operated by the Loxahatchee River Historical Society a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization and managing partner in the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area, National Conservation Lands. Connect with the JILM on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.  
 
About Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum:
The Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and sharing the unique maritime and social history of Jupiter, Florida. The Museum, located on the grounds of the 1860 Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse, features exhibits, artifacts, and educational programs that explore the rich cultural heritage of the region. The Lighthouse, standing 108 feet tall, offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and the Atlantic Ocean. The Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum is open year-round and welcomes visitors of all ages to experience the beauty and history of this iconic landmark. As part of its commitment to environmental stewardship, the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum conducts various activities with the oversight and permit of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). These activities occur on public lands administered by the BLM within the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area, an area of significant ecological and cultural importance. The organization is dedicated to upholding its responsibility to protect and preserve this precious natural resource for future generations.