Thunder Bay Island Lighthouse
The Presque Isle Township Museum Society reminds you that it’s never too early to start planning your summer Michigan Lighthouse Tour!
Old School Efficiency at Copper Harbor Lighthouse
Copper Harbor Lighthouse, photo by Frank Wulfers Terry Pepper’s Seeing the Light has an extensive article on Copper Harbor Lighthouse that shines a light on some solid planning from back in the day … and some that was less so: As was the case with virtually all of the lighthouses built on the Great Lakes … Continue reading Old School Efficiency at Copper Harbor Lighthouse
Yesterday & today at Round Island Lighthouse
Since yesterday was technically not Michigan in Pictures, here are two photos for today! Round Island Lighthouse c. 1920, courtesy Archives of Michigan Light House, photo by frostman721 You can see more historical photos of Round Island Lighthouse in the Archives of Michigan’s Lighthouse Collection. Terry Pepper’s Seeing the Light has a great history of … Continue reading Yesterday & today at Round Island Lighthouse
Huron Island Light Station from the Michigan Lighthouse Collection
Huron Island Light Station c. 1965, Archives of Michigan The Archives of Michigan has a number of digital collections including the Michigan Lighthouse Collection. With almost 600 photos, the Lighthouse Collection is a great resource for lovers of lighthouses and historical photos. The entry on the Huron Island Light Station in Terry Pepper’s Seeing the … Continue reading Huron Island Light Station from the Michigan Lighthouse Collection
Huron Island Lighthouse
Huron Island Lighthouse, photo by Clyde Elmblad The Huron Island Lighthouse, constructed in 1868, still stands today atop Huron Island, the second largest island of the Huron Islands chain in southern Lake Superior. The lighthouse was built to guide vessel traffic between Marquette and Pequaming, and between the L’Anse/Baraga and Houghton/Hancock ports via the Portage … Continue reading Huron Island Lighthouse
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