Campaign News and Updates

The three priorities of the campaign are:

Sustainability & Compliance

Life-safety upgrades are ongoing and part of a comprehensive Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). Products and equipment will be purchased for durability needed in an island climate. Energy independence and environmental sustainability are additional long-range goals that may begin to be addressed in this campaign.

Affordability & Accessibility

Stabilizing the infrastructure through a capital campaign will reduce the heavy dependence on the operating budget for emergency repairs. Building the endowment will produce additional resources for operations.

Enhancements & Amenities

The campaign will enhance capacity to meet guest expectations for a quality vacation experience while maintaining 18th century charm.

Cherished friendships have been formed here that are as enduring
as the very rocks. Here we have felt a communion of spirit with those we dearly love.

Louis Cornish
On the occasion of the 40th anniversary of
UU and UCC summer meetings on Star (1937)


“Shining Quarterly” Updates


Quiet Phase Case Statement and Progress Report



Star Island is one of the rocky, wind-swept Isles of Shoals, located off the coast of Rye, New Hampshire. For over 100 years, summers here have provided individuals and families with a welcome respite from their busy mainland lives.

Star Island Corporation is a nonprofit organization which maintains the island and its facilities and provides hospitality services for visitors.

Contact Star Island

Phone: (603) 430-6272
Fax: (603) 430-6270
Island Phone: (603) 601-0832
Staff Email Address List

Star Island Corporation
Morton-Benedict House
30 Middle Street
Portsmouth, NH 03801

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