Barbers Point Light, Lighthouse at Barbers Point, Kalaeloa, Oahu, United States.
Barbers Point Light is a white cylindrical concrete tower standing on the coast of Honolulu County. The tower rises about 71 feet, while its beacon is positioned approximately 85 feet above sea level and shines out across the water at night.
The original structure at this location was built in 1888 from coral stone to guide ships along the Hawaiian coast. In 1933 it was replaced by the current concrete tower, which continues to stand today.
The point takes its name from Captain Henry Barber, whose ship ran aground on the reefs here in 1796. The light is managed by the United States Coast Guard. William Hatton Aalona served as the first keeper from 1888 to 1907, and Samuel Apolo Amalu held the post twice, from 1909 to 1913 and again from 1929 to 1941.
Access to the lighthouse comes through Barbers Point Beach Park, which offers parking and walking paths along the coast. Visitors should note that coastal conditions vary by season and some paths may be unpaved.
The name comes from Captain Henry Barber, whose ship ran aground on the reefs here in 1796. The first keeper, William Hatton Aalona, served from 1888 to 1907, and Samuel Apolo Amalu held the post twice, in 1909–1913 and again from 1929 to 1941.
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