About this property
Brant Point Light is a lighthouse located on Nantucket Island. The station was established in 1746, automated in 1965, and is still in operation. The current tower was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 28, 1987; it has the distinction of being the tenth light on the point, in addition to several range lights.
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Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 87002029. It was listed on September 27, 1987.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Brant Point Light Station listed on the National Register?
Brant Point Light Station was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 27, 1987.
What type of historic resource is Brant Point Light Station?
Brant Point Light Station is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Brant Point Light Station?
The period of significance for Brant Point Light Station is recorded as the colonial era, specifically around 1746.
Can I research the history near Brant Point Light Station?
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