East Brother Island Light, Victorian lighthouse on East Brother Island, San Rafael Bay, California
The square lighthouse tower connects to a two-story Victorian keeper's house painted in ochre with white trim and red lantern atop East Brother Island.
Congress authorized the construction of East Brother Light Station in 1871 with a budget of 20,000 dollars after merchants requested guidance for ships.
The lighthouse maintains its maritime heritage through guided tours, allowing visitors to learn about navigation techniques and daily keeper responsibilities from past centuries.
The current bed and breakfast offers five guest rooms with bay views, serving a four-course dinner and full breakfast during overnight stays.
Two lighthouse keepers, John Stenmark and Willard Miller, each devoted twenty years of service maintaining this critical nautical installation.
Location: California
Inception: 1874
Architects: Paul J. Pelz
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
Made from material: lumber
GPS coordinates: 37.96330,-122.43340
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:24
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