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For more information on the Lorain Lighthouse, visit the Port of Lorain Foundation website at LorainLighthouse.com

Lorain Lighthouse

Timeline Summary
1916 Construction began
1932 Electricity installed
1939 US Coast Guard took over operation
1965 Decommissioned upon installation of automatic light
1990 Purchased by The Port of Lorain Foundation
2001 Renovation project continues

Lorain Lighthouse West Breakwater Light and Fog Signal Station Port of Lorain Foundation, Inc.

Funded Projects through Port of Foundation, Inc. Fundraisers

1. Lantern exterior walkway coating 1993 $ 1,993.00
2. Elec. Shore to bldg. upgrade 1994-98 $ 23,025.09
3. Base deck and dock completion 1995-97 $ 125,510.10
4. Lantern glass replacement 2000 $ 3,500.92
5. Remove and replace roof shingles 2000 $ 29,040.00
6. Interior wall plastering 2001-03 $ 19,153.31
7. Exterior shutter replacement 2002-04 $ 23,979.76
8. Work boat & safety equipment 2002-04 $ 28,634.52

Pictures from the renovation of the Lighthouse


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