Ancient wonder returns: "Lighthouse of Alexandria" stones found after 1,6000 years underwater in Egypt
Archaeologists have made a remarkable discovery in Egypt's Eastern Harbor. Massive stone blocks from the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World have emerged from the sea after 1,600 years underwater.
The fins offers an unprecedented glimpse into the architecture, engineering and history of this Hellenistic marvel.
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Draped in winter beauty, the Big Sable Lighthouse, MI, is a snowshoe hike away
In the winter, this iconic black and white lighthouse is complemented by swirls of snow and sand, icicles and Lake Michigan ice shelves.
While it's most popular in the summertime, Big Sable Point Lighthouse at Ludington State Park can be reached on foot year-round.
Click here to see more of Big Sable Point on the USLHS Research Catalog
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Historical photos show Jupiter Lighthouse through the years in Florida
The landmark Jupiter Lighthouse sits on an historic sand point where sapphire seas collide with a turquoise Inlet. See photos of this landmark.
Click here to see more of Jupiter Inlet on the USLHS Research Catalog
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Michigan has more than 100 lighthouses. Here's how to stay overnight
Every year, thousands of people visit Michigan's lighthouses, climb the towers to peer out over the Great Lakes and learn about history.
The lucky ones even get to stay a few nights as volunteer "keepers."
Click here to see Michigan's lighthouses on the USLHS Research Catalog
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Half-marathon, 5K to support preservation of Morris Island Lighthouse, SC
Runners will return to Folly Beach on Saturday for the annual Save the Light Half Marathon and 5K, a race that supports preservation efforts for the historic Morris Island Lighthouse.
The event is hosted through a partnership between the Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission and Save the Light, a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting the lighthouse from erosion and storm damage.
Click here to see more of Morris Island on the USLHS Research Catalog
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An artist's mission to paint every lighthouse in Maine
Dominic White is a Portland, Maine-based artist who grew up in Scituate, Massachusetts. He is on a personal mission to paint and visit every lighthouse in Maine.
His fascination began early, boating with his parents past Cedar Point Lighthouse and hearing stories about its history. "That's kind of where my love of lighthouses starts," White said.
Click here to see Maine's lighthouses on the USLHS Research Catalog
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14 Must-See Lighthouses Around The U.S.
Here at the National Trust, we "shore" love our lighthouses.
They span from coast to coast and often pop up in the unlikeliest of places - including the most northwesterly point of the lower 48 United States, the bustling metropolis of Boston, and even one of the Great Lakes.
Click here to see the lighthouses on the USLHS Research Catalog
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Rockland Council, ME, OK's Policy to Promote Lighthouse Visits
The City Council gave unanimous final approval Monday night, Feb, 9, to a change in the policy overseeing the Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse that its backers say will improve water access and increase visitations and income for the iconic structure.
Click here to see more of Rockland Breakwater on the USLHS Research Catalog
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Marblehead Lighthouse Historical Society, OH, revamps gift shop, hires first director
Each year, over a million people visit the Marblehead Lighthouse, but now, in the deep of winter, when Lake Erie waves are frozen in place and the grounds are blanketed in snow, visitors are rare.
Yet, the quiet outside belies the bustling activity inside the Keeper's House.
Click here to see more of Marblehead on the USLHS Research Catalog
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St. Johns River Lighthouse, FL, move deemed 'feasible' by study
Taking history on the move.
A recent study determined it is feasible to move the St. Johns River Lighthouse off Naval Station Mayport to a place where the public could access it.
Click here to see more of St. Johns River on the USLHS Research Catalog
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