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Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal North Pierhead Light
The Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Pierhead was built in 1882 and sits at the east entrance of the Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal just off the coastline of Lake Michigan. The light assists in guiding ships into the entrance of the ship canal, which serves as a shortcut to Green Bay, allowing ships to avoid the
Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235
Long Tail Point Lighthouse
Construction of Long Tail Point Lighthouse began in 1847. The tower was over 51 feet tall with a diameter of over fourteen and a half feet. A birdcage lantern room at the top of the tower featured nine lamps set in fourteen-inch reflectors. A keeper’s dwelling was built nearby, and the station
Suamico, WI 54173
Cana Island Lighthouse
Cana Island Lighthouse was constructed in 1869 and was the tallest brick structure in Door County at the time. Today the 89-foot tower is open to visitors, who can climb the 97 steps of the tower’s spiral staircase to the gallery deck, which offers panoramic views of Lake Michigan and the Door
8800 E Cana Island Rd, Baileys Harbor, WI 54202
Southport Lighthouse
The Southport Lighthouse was constructed in 1866 and remained functional until 1906, when it was replaced by taller light stations to the north and south. Preservation of the lighthouse began in 1989, and it is now listed on both the Wisconsin and National Register of Historic Places
5117 4th Ave, Kenosha, WI 53140
Green Bay Harbor Entrance Lighthouse
Green Bay Harbor Entrance Lighthouse is located roughly nine miles from the mouth of Fox River and marks the west side of the entrance to the dredged channel that leads to Green Bay. Construction for the lighthouse began in 1934. First a pier was constructed, then a lighthouse with a conical steel
Scott, WI
Old Baileys Harbor Bird Cage Lighthouse
Old Baileys Harbor Bird Cage Lighthouse began operation in 1853 on a small island now known as Lighthouse Island, a small island along the eastern shore of the harbor. Baileys Harbor was named after Captain Justice Bailey, who took refuge in the U-shaped inlet after encountering an unexpected
Baileys Harbor, WI 54202