Grosse Point Light, National Historic Landmark lighthouse in Evanston, United States.
Grosse Point Light is a lighthouse in Evanston on the shore of Lake Michigan, with a white conical structure that rises about 113 feet (34 m). The building contains a Fresnel lens that once guided ships through the water.
Construction began in 1872 following several shipping accidents near the coast, and the lighthouse began operating in 1873. The structure was built to make growing ship traffic on Lake Michigan safer.
The lighthouse draws visitors interested in Great Lakes history and the ships that once navigated these waters. People come to understand the connection between the lake and the surrounding community.
Visitors should arrive during the warmer months when the lighthouse is open for tours. The site sits right on the lake, so bring weather-appropriate clothing and allow time to explore the surrounding grounds.
A lighthouse keeper named Edwin James Moore worked here for 36 years, longer than anyone else at this location. His long service shows how important this place was for shipping safety.
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