Block Island Southeast Light, Brick lighthouse atop Mohegan Bluffs in Rhode Island, US.
The octagonal pyramidal tower made of red brick reaches 52 feet in height and connects to a two-story keeper's dwelling at the southeastern corner.
The lighthouse began operations on February 1, 1875, after Congress redirected earlier funds from 1856 to rebuild the Block Island North Light instead.
The Gothic Revival design represents a departure from standard lighthouse architecture of the 1800s, incorporating decorative elements beyond basic functional requirements.
The Southeast Lighthouse Foundation manages tours from Memorial Day through Labor Day, offering access to both the maritime museum and tower sections.
In 1993, engineers moved the entire 2,000-ton structure 300 feet inland to protect it from the eroding Mohegan Bluffs.
Location: Rhode Island
Inception: 1875
Height: 16 m
Made from material: brick
GPS coordinates: 41.15342,-71.55214
Latest update: May 13, 2025 22:38
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