Jeffrey's Hook Light, Historical lighthouse in Fort Washington Park, Manhattan, United States
The 40-foot red cylindrical tower stands beneath the George Washington Bridge along the Hudson River, featuring a concrete foundation and cast iron structure.
Built in 1921 to guide ships on the Hudson River, the lighthouse initially operated at Sandy Hook, New Jersey before its relocation to Manhattan.
The lighthouse received protection status in 1979 through the National Register of Historic Places and became a New York City Landmark in 1991.
The Urban Park Rangers conduct guided tours during special events, including the Little Red Lighthouse Festival held each September in Fort Washington Park.
When the George Washington Bridge opened in 1931, the lighthouse stopped its navigational function but remained as a historical monument along the Hudson River.
Location: Manhattan
Inception: 1921
Made from material: concrete, cast iron
GPS coordinates: 40.85028,-73.94694
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:42
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