Tarpaulin Cove Light
Tarpaulin Cove Light, Maritime lighthouse in Dukes County, Massachusetts.
Description
Tarpaulin Cove Light is a lighthouse located on Naushon Island in Massachusetts, featuring a cylindrical stone tower topped with a black lantern. The structure stands approximately 8.5 meters tall and has long served as a navigation marker for maritime traffic in these waters.
History
The lighthouse was built in 1818 to replace an earlier light station that had been operating since 1759. The original beacon grew out of efforts to guide whalers and coastal vessels safely through these waters.
Culture
The Cuttyhunk Historical Society manages this National Register of Historic Places structure, preserving its maritime heritage for future generations.
Practical
The lighthouse sits on a private island and is not easily accessible to the general public without special permission. Visitors interested in the area should check local conditions and access restrictions before planning a visit.
Did you know?
The lighthouse holds a notable place in local maritime lore through an act of bravery involving one of its keepers. Frank Davis, a former lighthouse keeper, attempted a daring rescue of two sailors from a burning vessel that sank near the light station.
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