Christiana Light, Historic lighthouse at Christina River entrance, Delaware.
Christiana Light is a lighthouse at the entrance to Christina River in Delaware, featuring a two-story residence with a tower mounted on its roof. The tower housed a Fresnel lens that helped guide ships safely through the river passage.
Congress authorized the lighthouse in 1834 and it began guiding vessels through Wilmington's harbor entrance in 1835. It played a vital role for shipping traffic at the junction where the Christina River met the Delaware River.
The lighthouse represented maritime development in Delaware, marking the critical junction between Christina River and Delaware River for commercial navigation.
The location sits at a strategic junction of two river systems, making it essential for ships to navigate the waterways. Visitors can observe the river junction from this spot and understand why this site was critical for maritime traffic.
Anthony Christy served as lighthouse keeper for over six decades and died in 1862 at 105 years old. This made him the oldest lighthouse keeper in United States history.
Location: Delaware
GPS coordinates: 39.72170,-75.52080
Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:06
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