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American Lighthouse Foundation, Inc.
P.O. Box 565
Rockland,
Maine 04841
Phone: 207-594-4174
Fax: 207-596-1091
info@lighthousefoundation.org
The American Lighthouse Foundation is a
Non-Profit 501(c)(3) Organization dedicated to the
preservation of America's historic
lighthouses & lightships and
their heritage.
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Make Plans to Visit the
Museum of Lighthouse History in 2006
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| Just what kind of people served at
America’s light stations since 1716? How did these brave keepers of the
light cope with powerful storms, isolation and hardship? Did you ever
wonder what kind of equipment was used to send out the light that helped
save ships from the dangers of the sea? |
Photo by Bob Trapani, Jr.
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The answers to
these and many other fascinating lighthouse questions are waiting to be
discovered at the American Lighthouse Foundation’s Museum of Lighthouse
History, located in Wells, Maine.
With spring upon
us many people are beginning to make plans to visit their favorite coastal
vacation spots. For lighthouse enthusiasts, that includes seeking out the
stately beacons like those that dot long stretches of the New England’s
rocky coastline and sandy beaches from Connecticut to Maine. Though
lighthouses still guide ships today, they also have a captivating way of
beckoning visitors to come near, inspiring imaginations to ride the whispers
of the wind back to a time when lighthouses and their bright beams guided
mariners as transparent lifelines to safety, family and prosperity.
Making plans
though to see, photograph and climb New England’s distinctive lighthouses
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into one’s
2006 summer itinerary of fun and relaxation by the coast. Appreciating
the grand beauty of these light towers is one thing, but to make an
individual’s lighthouse experience more profound, learning about the
many heroic men, women and children who helped keep the lights burning
bright is a must-do as well.
“The Museum of
Lighthouse History can be educational and fun for the entire family,”
says Timothy Harrison, president of the American Lighthouse Foundation.
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thinking, ‘Wow, I
never knew that before,’ impressing people with a new understanding of the
history of lighthouses and the vital role they played in the growing up of
America.” Harrison, who was the visionary behind creating the Museum, went
on to say, “Our hope is that a visit to the Museum will pique someone’s
interest to want to learn more about lighthouse history.”
The Museum’s array
of artifacts on display will delight lighthouse enthusiasts, vacation
families, history buffs and community folks alike as |
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people are
given the opportunity free of charge to view unique and intriguing
exhibits that pay tribute to America’s lighthouse history, especially
from the perspective of the lightkeepers and their families. Vintage
photos, priceless lenses, uniforms, lighthouse dinnerware and rare
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personal artifacts
once belonging to the lightkeepers themselves are just some of the exciting
exhibits on display at the Museum that help tell a story with few parallels
in our nation’s annals.
Having fun while
exploring and learning about our lighthouse heritage at the Museum of
Lighthouse History is rewarding unto itself, but there is even more to the
experience. While enjoying a beverage from the Museum’s coffee bar visitors
can also gain a vivid insight to the present day effort involved with saving
lighthouses and their history from being lost forever. “I can’t tell you how
many people find themselves riveted to an inspiring educational video that
is offered in the Museum during their visit,” says ALF executive director
Bob Trapani, Jr.
Trapani goes on to
say, “The video – Lighthouses of Maine: A Journey through Time,
blends historic imagery, beautiful contemporary |
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photography
and fascinating accounts of valor and mystery to create a compelling
story about the importance of our lighthouse heritage and why it’s
critical to make sure we save it for future generations while there is
still time. The educational combination of the intriguing exhibits and
engaging video can have a far-reaching impact on a visitors
understanding and appreciation for some of America’s most time-honored
heroes.”
The neat thing
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Museum of Lighthouse History,
your experience doesn’t have to end there. As Timothy Harrison keenly notes,
for many people, a visit to the Museum can be the beginning of a new hobby
or passion in a quest to learn more about these fascinating beacons.
“Hopefully after a visit to the Museum one might want to go to the library,
buy a book or two, browse the Internet – even join a lighthouse preservation
group, to learn more about our nation’s lighthouse history.” Harrison goes
on to say, “The same applies for students. Hopefully they too might find
that studying lighthouse history will help them in school and might even
lead to a book report or historical paper.”
The Museum of
Lighthouse History is easy to find along Maine’s Route One, located at 2190
Post Road in Wells.
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The
Museum’s 2006 hours
of
operation are:
April 15th to May 28th
Saturdays and Sundays only
10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
May 29th (Memorial Day) to October 9th
(Columbus Day) Everyday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
October 10th to December 24th
Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
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To learn more
about the Museum of Lighthouse History contact the American Lighthouse
Foundation at (207) 646-0245 or
info@lighthousefoundation.org
Photo by Bob Trapani, Jr.
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