Lighthouses spark the imagination of young and old alike. They mark the way for boats sailing the oceans and large lakes. They've become a symbol of being able to see through the darkness of a storm. Thus, they sometimes have a special meaning for people of different faiths.

There are many sources online to purchase lighthouse ornaments for your Christmas tree or other decorating. I've compiled a few of those sources to get you started on your lighthouse ornament shopping adventure. Some are by artists you might have heard of and others from popular companies. Interspersed throughout the page are ornaments that you can find at Amazon.com, a convenient one-stop shopping point for many people.

Bronner's Christmas Wonderland is touted as the world's largest Christmas store and is located in Frankenmuth, Michigan.  It's been a few years since I've been there, but I was always in awe every time I visited of the rows and rows of decorations.  Not to worry though if you can't take a trip to browse through thousands of ornaments in person. They have an online store that's nearly as impressive.

Along with ornaments of nearly every kind, they carry many more seasonal decorations including lights, wreaths, nativity sets and more. Below is a list of a collection of lighthouse ornaments from the Bronner's website.

Thomas Kinkade is one of the most successful inspirational painters. While he's well known for his landscapes and cottage scenes, lighthouse themes are something he does incredibly well. He has applied his talent to Christmas ornaments including lighthouses.  The links below will take you to sites selling his ornaments.  You can find out more about the artist by visiting his official website, Thomas Kinkade - Painter of Light.

Resin ornaments are heavier than their glass counterparts. Some people favor these because they are more durable and don't break as easily. People with small children and animals will especially appreciate this.  Below are some resin ornament selections from Miles Kimball, the popular catalog company.  Other resin ornaments are found on this page from Amazon.com as well.

Harbour Lights produces high-quality lighthouse collectibles ranging from freestanding lights to ornaments and more. They have a set of lighthouse ornaments which depict a light scene placed inside a delicate spiral cutout.

The company has dealers in many US states and a few outside the country. You can find out how to order any of their lighthouse products including ornaments on their FAQs page.

I hope that the many ornaments on this hub have whet your appetite for lighthouses. Visiting them is one of my favorite things to do. There's no replacing the real thing of course, but finding that perfect keepsake to hang on your tree or place on your mantle will remind you of the beauty of lighthouses and possibly even encourage a love of the lights for you and your family for years to come.