Eagle Harbor Light
Eagle Harbor Light, Lighthouse in Eagle Harbor Township, Michigan
Description
Eagle Harbor Light is an octagonal brick structure standing 13.5 meters tall with a black lantern room at the top. The site includes a museum complex with multiple exhibition buildings spread across the grounds.
History
The first lighthouse was built in 1851 but was replaced with a new structure in 1871. The site reflects changing navigation needs during the copper mining era in the Keweenaw region.
Culture
Museums at this site focus on shipping history, fishing practices, and shipwrecks in the Great Lakes region. Visitors can explore exhibits that show how important maritime activity was to local communities.
Practical
The grounds are open year-round for visitors interested in exploring the museum buildings and learning about Great Lakes navigation. The site sits on the north shore of the Keweenaw Peninsula, so plan accordingly for travel to reach it.
Did you know?
The structure features 12-inch thick walls and a 10-sided cast iron lantern room, a design previously used at Chambers Island Lighthouse. This architectural repetition shows how proven lighthouse designs were copied during this building era.
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