Whitestone Point Light, Navigation lighthouse in Whitestone, Queens, US.
Whitestone Point Light is a navigation lighthouse in Whitestone, Queens, standing on piers in the East River. The structure features a square pyramidal frame tower made of steel and rises approximately 20 feet in height.
The lighthouse first entered service in 1889 to guide shipping traffic on the East River. In 1915, it underwent major redesign and received the current black steel skeleton tower structure that still stands today.
The name refers to the geographic location at Whitestone's tip, marking an important point for river navigation. The lighthouse represents a connection to the area's maritime past and its role in guiding vessels through this busy waterway.
The site is easily visible from Whitestone's waterfront promenade and lies relatively close to public transit stops. It is best to visit during daytime hours to see and photograph the structure clearly.
A protective sea wall was built in 1903 around the tower to shield it from rough river conditions and strong currents. This structure allowed the lighthouse to continue operating during harsh weather like storms and ice formation.
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