Portland Head Light, Cape Elizabeth, 1887

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Portland Head Light, Cape Elizabeth, 1887

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Description

Portland Head Light was lit on January 10, 1791. It stands as the oldest lighthouse in the State and an iconic symbol of the Maine coast. Notably, a restoration overseen by engineer Charles Edwards, a cousin of Edwards, took place in 1884-85.

Edwards titled the image, "Portland Head Light, Cape Elizabeth. June 18, 1887."

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About This Item

  • Title: Portland Head Light, Cape Elizabeth, 1887
  • Creator: William S. Edwards
  • Creation Date: 1887-06-18
  • Subject Date: 1887-06-18
  • Location: Cape Elizabeth, Cumberland County, ME
  • Media: Photographic print
  • Dimensions: 11.4 cm x 18.4 cm
  • Collection: Edwards Album
  • Object Type: Image

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