Historic Plymouth Lighthouse serves as coastal landmark on Massachusetts coast

Known formerly as Gurnet Light, this historic lighthouse has guided mariners at the entrance to Plymouth Harbor for generations.

Plymouth, MA - Jeremy D'Entremont 

Host Rachel Holt visits this coastal landmark to uncover the stories, artifacts, and maritime history behind one of the South Shore's most enduring beacons

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Citizens raising money to save historic Algoma North Pier, WI, catwalk

Demolition is underway on the catwalk on Algoma's North Pier, a landmark that's been part of the waterfront for generations.

Algoma Pierhead, WI - Thomas A Tag 

The pier is set to be reconstructed by the Army Corps of Engineers, with Rowan Salvage Company serving as the contractor.

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7 Questions: S.C. Lighthouses. Take the quiz

The beaches are starting to get popular again as we draw near to the summer season.

Morris Island, SC - Tyler Finkle 

Yet, standing like stalwart guardians of our coastline, there are handful of beachside attractions many tourists miss.

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Lewes officials discuss future of Harbor of Refuge Lighthouse, DE

Lewes officials and preservation advocates are beginning discussions on how to protect the Harbor of Refuge Lighthouse, a historic Delaware landmark threatened by erosion and aging infrastructure.

Harbor of Refuge, DE - J Candace Clifford 

The lighthouse was the focus of Monday night's Lewes Parks and Recreation Commission meeting, where members heard a presentation from Ron Parks, president of the Delaware River and Bay Lighthouse Foundation.

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Edward Hopper's 'Monhegan Lighthouse' to be auctioned starting at $1M

The Monhegan Museum of Art and History is getting a million dollars worth of publicity this week. 

Monhegan Lighthouse - Edward Hopper 

The painting "Monhegan Lighthouse" by Edward Hopper is being auctioned by New York-based Sotheby's on Wednesday, with bids starting at $1 million.

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Dunkirk Lighthouse, NY, open, marks 200 years 

An iconic piece of the city of Dunkirk is celebrating a major anniversary.

Dunkirk, NY - Thomas A Tag 

The Dunkirk Lighthouse and Veterans Park Museum has opened for the 2026 Season.

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Mysterious noises that have haunted generations of lighthouse keepers 'could be humpback whales sneezing'

Mysterious noises which have plagued lighthouse keepers for generations could be humpback whales sneezing, according to new research.

Five Fingers, AK - USLHS archives 

The low, eerie rumbles have travelled up to five miles, been felt through the structures of buildings for decades and have confused fishermen.

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First keeper of Thomas Point Shoal Shoal Lighthouse, MD, to be honored at Annapolis Gravesite

A Civil War veteran who became the first head keeper of the Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse will be honored in Annapolis on June 7 with a graveside ceremony and the placement of a commemorative plaque.

Thomas Point Shoal, MD -David Zapatka 

The ceremony for Eugene Burchenal is scheduled for 2 p.m. Sunday, June 7, 2026, at his gravesite in Annapolis in the St. Anne's Cemetery on Northwest Street.

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Renovated Manitowoc Breakwater Lighthouse, WI, opens for limited tours

Discover local history with a lighthouse tour.

Manitowoc North Breakwater, WI - Thomas A Tag 

The Manitowoc Breakwater Lighthouse has guarded the harbor of Manitowoc since 1918.

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Salem's Baker's Island Light Lens returns home after more than 50 years

A historic lens that once guided ships into the port of Salem is back on Baker's Island after more than 50 years away.

Baker's Island 4th Order lens - Thomas A Tag 

Essex Heritage brought the original Baker's Island Light 4th Order Fresnel lens from the Maine Lighthouse Museum in Rockland, Maine, to Baker's Island Light Station in Salem.

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