Boston Light, Lighthouse on Little Brewster Island in Boston Harbor, United States
The white tower of Boston Light rises 27 meters above the rocky terrain of Little Brewster Island, accompanied by keeper's dwelling and service buildings.
The original structure from 1716 marked the first lighthouse in North America, while the current tower dates from 1783 following destruction during the Revolution.
Boston Light represents Massachusetts maritime heritage through its second-order Fresnel lens and continuous operation as a navigation aid since the colonial period.
The lighthouse emits white flashes every 10 seconds with 1,800,000 candelas intensity, guiding vessels across Boston Harbor from a focal height of 31 meters.
The facility maintains its status as the only lighthouse in the United States that still requires a keeper, despite automation in 1998.
Location: Boston
Inception: 1716
Height: 27 m
GPS coordinates: 42.32792,-70.89014
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:37
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