For those who visit lighthouses today, we have become quite accustomed – and very appreciative, of all of the hardworking volunteers and staff that open our historic sentinels to the public. Thanks to …
Winter Watchfulness at the Lights
The Maine winter of 2019-20 has not been overly remarkable to date. In some ways, it might even be considered a bit of a disappointment to those who love copious amounts of snow and ice, but still, …
Moose Peak – A 2019 Lighthouse Highlight
2019 is quickly coming to a close – and what a year it has been for Maine’s lighthouses! Inspiring restoration and maintenance work was carried out at lights such as Burnt Coat Harbor, Cape …
Flying Santa’s Lighthouse Connection Still Shines Bright
The Yuletide season is like no other time of year. Joy and kindness shine their brightest – and opportunities for memory-making are as boundless as the sparkle that embodies the Christmas holiday …
A Thanksgiving to Remember at Boon Island Light
As autumn’s vibrant personality gives way to burnt oranges and browns, our thoughts naturally gravitate to the approaching holiday season. Beginning with Thanksgiving, we happily immerse ourselves in …
No Port in a Storm Inside Boon Island’s Outhouses
The history of Boon Island Lighthouse is one of constant struggle with the sea. Throughout its days as a staffed light station, many a big storm threatened to wipe clean the islet upon which the …
An Earnest Plea for the Fog-Bell
The following except is from the book entitled, Captain Ben’s Book, by Capt. Benjamin J. Willard, which includes a mention about needing a fog bell at Portland Breakwater and the need for a light and …
Climb to the Top During Maine Open Lighthouse Day
Maine’s lighthouses have a long and fascinating history as guardians of a rugged and unforgiving coastline. For over two centuries, these sentinels have stood strong against raging storms, remained …
Moose Peak Light to Welcome Visitors on Maine Open Lighthouse Day
For the first time in the eleven year history of Maine Open Lighthouse Day, Moose Peak Light will be welcoming visitors to Mistake Island, which is located about five miles southeast of …
Ride Upon the Shoulders of the Wind to Halfway Rock Light
For many lighthouse enthusiasts and aficionados of maritime history, Halfway Rock has long proven to be one of Maine’s most elusive sentinels to view up close. The 1871 beacon is situated on a barren …