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Phone: 207-594-4174

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The American Lighthouse Foundation is a Non-Profit 501(c)(3) Organization dedicated to the preservation of America's historic lighthouses.

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New Hampshire Lighthouse Week Recognizes ALF’s Efforts

The ninth annual New Hampshire Lighthouse Week shined a bright light on a team of modern ‘keepers of the lights’ who have helped with preserving New Hampshire’s lighthouse heritage.

On June 18, 2008, Joel Sherburne, director for the New Hampshire Lighthouse Week, presented awards to the American Lighthouse Foundation (ALF), its local chapter, Friends of Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse, The Lighthouse Kids, an

Groups recognized during New Hampshire's Lighthouse Week

(Photo by William Marshall)

(L to R) Representatives from the Isles of

Shoals Steamship Company, Senator Jackie Cilley, Jeremy D'Entremont, Friends of Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse, Bob

Trapani, Jr., American Lighthouse Foundation and Joel Sherburne, director of New

Hampshire Lighthouse Week (not pictured:

Sue Reynolds, The Lighthouse Kids)

ALF affiliate, the Isles of Shoals Steamship Company and the Atlantic News newspaper for their efforts in restoring the state’s lights, saving their history and promoting lighthouses to the public.

According to the Portsmouth Herald, “With the wind-whipped ocean and the Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse behind them, those presenting and the six receiving the awards spoke of the importance of protecting and preserving historic lighthouses during a week meant to recognize the history behind the structures.”

Joel Sherburne noted, “Every year this gets just a little bit bigger and a little bit better.”

New Hampshire State Senator Jackie Cilley was in attendance and read a proclamation from Governor John Lynch that stated the purpose of New Hampshire Lighthouse Week and how the event supports tourism and raises public awareness for the historic character of the lights. The Governor’s proclamation also praised the participants.

A Portsmouth Herald editorial in the aftermath of New Hampshire Lighthouse Week noted, “What shouldn’t be forgotten is the passionate dedication of those who volunteer time and money to preserve these landmarks. Which is why we applaud those who were honored last week with awards for their efforts to promote and preserve lighthouses like those in Portsmouth Harbor and the fragile White Island Lighthouse on the Isles of Shoals.”

Posted: June 2008

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