Portland Head Light, Historic lighthouse in Cape Elizabeth, United States
The Portland Head Light rises 24 meters above the rocky shore, with a white cylindrical tower topped by a black lantern room.
The lighthouse construction began in 1787 under George Washington's directive, making it the oldest lighthouse in Maine when completed in 1791.
The maritime museum inside the former keeper's house presents navigation instruments, documents, and photographs documenting the coastal navigation history.
Fort Williams Park provides access to the lighthouse grounds daily from sunrise to sunset, though the tower remains closed to visitors.
The lighthouse employs a DCB-224 airport beacon that projects light visible for 24 nautical miles, flashing every four seconds to guide ships.
Location: Cape Elizabeth
Inception: January 1791
Height: 24.38 m
Made from material: stone
GPS coordinates: 43.62306,-70.20778
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:32
These lighthouses are maritime structures that guide ships at sea. The buildings showcase architectural styles and technical developments spanning several centuries. From Roman constructions to modern structures, these navigation aids illustrate maritime history.
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