Great Captain Island Light
Great Captain Island Light, Granite lighthouse in Greenwich, United States.
The Great Captain Island Light stands 51 feet tall with a focal plane height of 74 feet and overlooks the western Long Island Sound.
The lighthouse replaced an earlier limestone structure in 1868 and remained a vital navigational aid until its deactivation in 1970.
The lighthouse restoration project honors 23 Greenwich residents who lost their lives during the September 11, 2001 attacks.
Visitors can reach the island through a seasonal ferry service from Greenwich, though the lighthouse interior remains closed to the public.
The structure shares architectural features with five other lighthouses in the region, including those at Sheffield Island and Morgan Point.
Location: Greenwich
Inception: 1868
Made from material: granite, wood, cast iron, stone
GPS coordinates: 40.98253,-73.62362
Latest update: March 6, 2025 17:50
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