Lazaretto Point Light

Lazaretto Point Light is a brick and masonry lighthouse in Baltimore Harbor standing approximately 9.5 meters tall. Its white light was designed to guide vessels safely through the harbor waters and help them navigate the busy shipping lanes.

The original lighthouse was built in 1831 on a site previously used as a quarantine hospital for smallpox patients, which gave the point its name. In 1914, the structure received electrical power and an upgraded lens system to improve its navigational effectiveness.

The lighthouse became a familiar landmark for sailors and harbor workers navigating the bay, shaping the visual character of the port area. It served as a symbol of the region's maritime heritage and connection to the sea.

The site sits in an active port area surrounded by industrial facilities, which may limit direct access to the lighthouse. The best views of the structure can be found from several public vantage points along the waterfront.

In the 1980s, Rukert Terminal Corporation built a replica of the original lighthouse using blueprints discovered in the National Archives. This reconstruction helped preserve the authentic appearance and structure of the original design.

Location: Baltimore

Height: 9.5 m

GPS coordinates: 39.26220,-76.57150

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:01