Craving a visual treat without blustery winter winds? These Lake Michigan lighthouses have webcams
These two historic lighthouses on the shore of Lake Michigan offer a glimpse of the present all year long - even in the winter when weather might keep visitors away from the lakeshore.
The webcams are live year-round at Big Sable Point Lighthouse near Luddington and White River Light Station near Whitehall, keeping fans connected even when the lights are closed
Click here to see more of Big Sable and here for White River on the USLHS Research Catalog
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Indian Lighthouse tourism sees fivefold rise in a decade
The two-day Indian Lighthouse Festival 3.0 concluded on a high note, with Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal saying the event helped the city of Viskhapatnam emerge as a 'beacon of India's maritime heritage and coastal culture."
Speaking at the valedictory session of the Indian Lighthouse Festival 3.0, the Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said, "The Lighthouse Festival was envisioned as a celebration of people, culture, and heritage - and Visakhapatnam has exceeded all expectations.
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Sheboygan, WI, residents relieved historic lighthouse gets new hope as city steps up for repairs
The 110-year-=old Big Red Lighthouse in Sheboygan has been deteriorating for years, but the city is now taking action to preserve this iconic landmark after the federal government stepped away from lighthouse maintenance responsibilities.
I recently received an update on the lighthouse's fate after reporting on its uncertain future in August.
Click here to see more of Sheboygan Pierhead on the USLHS Research Catalog
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Coast Guard hosts Point Vicente Lighthouse, CA, open house
The Friends of the Point Vicente Lighthouse hosted local historian Jim Schneer on Saturday, Jan 10. during the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary's monthly open house at the lighthouse.
Schneer discussed the 100th anniversary of the Rancho Palos Verdes lighthouse, which showed its first beam of light on April 14, 1926.
Click here to see more of Point Vicente on the USLHS Research Catalog
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Rose Island Lighthouse & Fort Hamilton Trust, RI, launches first-ever endowment fund
The Rose Island Lighthouse & Fort Hamilton Trust has established its first-ever permanent endowment fund in partnership with the Rhode Island Foundation, marking a major milestone for the organization that preserves Newport Harbor's historic island landmarks.
The endowment has been seeded with a $250,000 founding gift, an amount that symbolically aligns with the nation's upcoming semiquincentennial celebrations later this year.
Click here to see more of Rose Island on the USLHS Research Catalog
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Coastside Country wins lighthouse dance-off
A Local line dancing club earned Pigeon Point Lighthouse national recognition this month by placing the landmark in a three-way tie for first place in the U.S. Lighthouse Society's Dance Off competition.
Members of the Coastside County, led by Hillary Stamper and Carol Hunter, assembled with park rangers in front of Pigeon Point Lighthouse last month to film their entry for the competition which pitted dancers at lighthouse sites across the country against each other.
Click here to see a video of the three winning dance groups
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RFQ issued for Manitoba's Gull Harbor lighthouse replacement
A Request for Qualifications (RFQ) has been issued to find a contractor for the Gull Harbor Historic Light House Replacement in Manitoba.
The Canadian Coast Guard is proposing to complete a full rebuild of the Gull Harbor Lighthouse, which is located on federal land and is bordered by Hecla-Grindstone Provincial Park near Arborg, Manitoba.
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Baron Bliss Lighthouse, Belize, crumbles amid neglect
As Belize marks a hundred years since the arrival of Baron Bliss, the question is, are we really honoring the memory of our greatest benefactor? The answer might shock you.
The Baron Bliss Lighthouse, home to his tomb and once a vital guide to mariners, is in serious trouble.
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Lighthouse stays in Finland: A must-try experience
Finland's coastal lighthouses are more than just navigational aids; they are unique places to stay.
These historic beacons offer an unusual experience for travelers looking for something different.
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Downtown lighthouse glows
The real Cape Hatteras lighthouse may be down for restoration, but its replica is glowing bright.
Click here to see more of Cape Hatteras on the USLHS Research Catalog
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