Absecon Lighthouse
by Kristia Adams
Title
Absecon Lighthouse
Artist
Kristia Adams
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
Absecon Lighthouse is located at the northern end of Atlantic City and overlooks the Absecon Inlet. The this national historic landmark was built in 1854 and completed and lit in 1857. It remained in commission until 1933 when it was shut down. Although the lighthouse is no longer a navigational aid, it remains lit everynight. It is the tallest lighthouse in NJ and the third largest masonry lighthouse in the United States. The site has small museum and for a small donation, visitors can climb the lighthouse.
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March 31st, 2015
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Sharon Mayhak
Stunning capture of my old neighbor from Atlantic City. I grew up a few blocks from this lighthouse a VERY long time ago.