Presque Isle Lighthouse is located on the shore of Lake Erie in Erie, Pennsylvania. It began operation in 1873 to serve as an essential navigational aid on the lake but would eventually outlive that purpose. Rather than be discarded, it has been transformed into a monument that celebrates the history of the region. Turning a […]
Located in Biloxi, Mississippi, the Bilox Lighthouse has come to define the city in multiple ways over the decades. Surviving multiple wars and natural disasters, the monument has become a signature icon of Biloxi as well as a symbol of the city’s resolve and resilience, highlighting what it can mean for a monument to both […]
Parks around the world have utilized their history in numerous ways to attract both residents and visitors. However, few have been able to embrace that history while also creating experiences like Mukilteo Lighthouse Park. By taking advantage of a space that includes a historic lighthouse, public boat launch and shoreline walkway, the park has been […]
There are numerous lighthouses up and down the eastern coast of the United States, but few have the notoriety of the Portland Head Light, located in Portland, Maine. It is the oldest lighthouse in the state of Maine and attracts attention from both residents and tourists looking to do everything from have a picnic to […]