Traveling Lighthouses

I wonder how it feels to live in a lighthouse or to just stay in for the night.   In 1896, Braddock Point Lighthouse was a major coast light on Lake Ontario. It was first lit in 1896.  The lighthouse was constructed out of red brick with an octagonal tower. It was built identical to the Cleveland Lighthouse, which was then considered one of the most beautiful lighthouses.  This is definitely one of the most beautiful lighthouses on my list.  In 1995, the tower was rebuilt, and the old carriage house was renovated. It was relit in February 1996.  Along with the lighthouse tower, this dwelling home is now a private property called Braddock Point Bed & Breakfast. Such a very welcoming place. A blended aura of history and romance.  To stay overnight at a lighthouse is on my bucket list. I think I found the right place. It is here. One day, I will pack my bag to this place and have this unique experience. I will...

The construction of Rochester Harbor lighthouse was a result of the increased navigability of the Port of Charlotte and the City of Rochester during the 1800's. The skeletal tower in 1931  was replaced by this cylinder style in 1995. It was said that this lighthouse “lacks the charm and intrigue of its predecessors, but it fulfills its duty well.”  This maybe the least physically attracted lighthouse that I've seen, but I believe the use of this lighthouse is more significant than how it looks.  It is very obvious that this lighthouse has been maltreated and wasn’t maintained well.  Even though the lighthouse was vandalized, the harbor is well kept. Its  history is intact and the people from this town still live by it.  The Rochester Harbor is good place to walk, to fish and for birds to hang around and watch passersby. I love where the lighthouse stands on the outer end of the pier. There is beauty.  ...

In search for a lighthouse during my layover in Rochester, I was surprised and lucky to have seen 3 lights in one day. Thanks to my Uber Ride, Sir Ron who led me to discover these lighthouses, and took my photos.  On Lake Ontario at the mouth of Genesee River, there’s this beautiful octagonal stone that was built in 1822. The tower is tall, it stands 40 feet and the structure and whitewashed color justify its longstanding history. One interesting fact about its history was that “in 1965, Charlotte high school students started a letter writing campaign to save the lighthouse from impending destruction.” It’s impressive to know that high school students that time care about history, particularly supporting this lighthouse. I am not sure if there are high school students this time who would do the same. Maybe. This lighthouse is active and is currently one of the top 3 landmarks in Rochester. Because the city has many old industrial buildings, I agree that th...

A unique-shaped lighthouse in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor. It was built in 1855, originally located atop Seven Foot Knoll in Chesapeake Bay, which was then a favorite fishing grounds. The light fell into disrepair and eventually was removed from Seven Foot Knoll and carried to its current location. It is the “oldest screw-pile lighthouse” in Maryland.  I climbed on the rails, before  seeing the “do not climb” sign. I instantly felt bad! I hope there was no lighthouse staff that was watching me! One interesting story I've read . . .  there were few families who made their home in the lighthouse. The daughter of the keeper, James Bowling was born at the lighthouse in 1875. He named her Eva Marie and was nicknamed Knollie. That's a cute nickname though. I love the color of the lighthouse and it’s unique cylindrical shape. The Inner Harbor is a place to relax while watching the ships and ferries pass by. My usual lighthouse st...