There is no better symbol of life on the coast than that of the lighthouse. Originally built to serve as beacons guiding ships safely to shore, these towers are now reminders of a bygone era — a time ...

FOND DU LAC – "Besides being the symbol of the city, (the lighthouse) offers beauty, charm and authenticity, and is a place from which to see the sights of Fond du Lac," the Fond du Lac Reporter ...

Lighthouses have provided safety for ships, boats and virtually all watercraft for ages. Today, they still help mariners reach their ports even with new and modern equipment such as GPS and detailed ...

When architect Lee Skolnick thinks about the future of Cedar Island Lighthouse, he envisions a museum with exhibits that highlight its unique maritime history. The lighthouse, which was built in 1868 ...

California’s coastline is 3,427 miles long, and since the 1850s, the state’s lighthouses have helped mariners navigate rough seas and fog. After hundreds of shipwrecks and not long after California ...

Michiganders, did you know there’s a way to quantify your lighthouse love? We know the Mitten state has infinite capacity for adoration and appreciation of Michigan’s lighthouses, after all the Great ...