Eastern Point Light
Eastern Point Light is a historic lighthouse on Cape Ann, in northeastern Massachusetts.It is known as the oldest seaport in America. The harbor has supported fishermen, whalers, and traders since 1616.
Eastern Point Light Station | |
| Location | Gloucester, Massachusetts |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 42°34′48.6″N 70°39′52″W |
| Tower | |
| Constructed | 1833 |
| Foundation | Masonry |
| Construction | Brick tower |
| Automated | 1986 |
| Height | 36 feet (11 m) |
| Shape | Conical |
| Markings | White with black lantern and red roof |
| Heritage | National Register of Historic Places listed place |
| Fog signal | Horn, and original bell |
| Light | |
| First lit | 1890 (Current tower) |
| Focal height | 57 feet (17 m) |
| Lens | 4th order Fresnel lens (original), Optic DCB-24 (current) |
| Range | 20 nmi (37 km; 23 mi) |
| Characteristic | Flashing white every 5 sec. |
Eastern Point Light Station | |
U.S. National Register of Historic Places | |
| Architectural style | Gothic, Queen Anne |
| MPS | Lighthouses of Massachusetts TR |
| NRHP reference No. | 87002027 |
| Added to NRHP | September 30, 1987 |
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