Description

Lighthouses are increasingly endangered by modernization and abandonment. Simple steel skeletons are replacing the picturesque, conical towers, squat screw piles and Cape Cod styles so much a part of America’s maritime history. This traveler’s guide to more than 300 of the nation’s most significant lighthouses and lightships includes an introductory look at the evolution of lighthouse technology and how these obsolete but beloved structures can be rescued.

Lighthouses have long been an iconic symbol of safety and guidance for sailors navigating treacherous waters. However, modernization and neglect have put many of these historic structures at risk of disappearing forever. The traditional conical towers, elegant screwpiles, and charming Cape Cod-style lighthouses are being overshadowed by bland steel skeletons, threatening to erase a vital part of America’s maritime history.

In an effort to preserve these beloved landmarks, this traveler’s guide highlights over 300 of the nation’s most significant lighthouses and lightships. Readers will gain insight into the evolution of lighthouse technology and learn about the importance of saving these obsolete yet culturally significant structures. From the rugged coastlines of Maine to the tropical shores of Hawaii, each lighthouse tells a unique story of resilience and perseverance against the forces of nature and time.

Through this guide, readers will be inspired to take action and support preservation efforts to ensure that these majestic beacons of light continue to shine for generations to come. Join us on a journey to discover the beauty and history of America’s lighthouses, and help us in our mission to protect these endangered treasures before it’s too late.