Old Scituate Light, Historic lighthouse in Scituate, United States.
The white cylindrical tower with an attached keeper's house rises 15 meters above the rocky Massachusetts coastline, featuring a rotating beacon visible for miles.
Constructed in 1811 to protect vessels from hazardous waters, Old Scituate Light became a crucial navigational aid for ships traveling along the Massachusetts coast.
The lighthouse stands as a testament to American maritime traditions, with generations of keepers maintaining its beacon through storms and changing technologies.
Visitors can access the lighthouse grounds daily from sunrise to sunset, with guided tours available on select weekends from June through September.
During the War of 1812, two young daughters of the keeper prevented British forces from burning local vessels by playing fife and drum.
Location: Scituate
Inception: 1811
Height: 15 m
GPS coordinates: 42.20475,-70.71583
Latest update: March 18, 2025 15:18
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