Bug Light, Portland Harbor, Portland, ca. 1900

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Bug Light, Portland Harbor, Portland, ca. 1900

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Description

South Portland's first "Bug Light" or Portland Breakwater Light was built in 1855, then moved to Little Diamond Island.

Another structure was erected in 1874. A lighthouse keeper's house was built beside the lighthouse in 1889. It was electrified in 1937 and deactivated in 1942.

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About This Item

  • Title: Bug Light, Portland Harbor, Portland, ca. 1900
  • Creation Date: circa 1900
  • Subject Date: circa 1900
  • Location: South Portland, Cumberland County, ME
  • Media: Paint, cloth, canvas, wood
  • Dimensions: 47 cm x 65 cm
  • Local Code: A86-835
  • Object Type: Image

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