National Register of Historic Places

Highland Light Station

Truro, Barnstable County, Massachusetts
Listed
June 14, 1987
Type
Structure
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
87001463

About this property

The Highland Light (previously known as Cape Cod Light) is an active lighthouse on the Cape Cod National Seashore in North Truro, Massachusetts. The current tower was erected in 1857, replacing two earlier towers that had been built in 1797 and 1831. It is the oldest and tallest lighthouse on Cape Cod. The grounds are open year-round, while the light is open to the public from May until late October, with guided tours available. Highland Light is owned by the National Park Service, and was cared for by the Highland Museum and Lighthouse, Inc. until 2014 when Eastern National, another non-profit group, took over the contract to operate the facility as a tourist attraction. The United States Coast Guard operates the light as an aid to navigation. The United States Navy ship USS Highland Light (IX-48) was named after the light. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as Highland Light Station.

Location

Truro, Barnstable County, Massachusetts
42.04680, -70.06883

Categories

ENGINEERINGTRANSPORTATIONARCHITECTUREMARITIME HISTORY
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Sources

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Nearby Historic Sites

Highland House
Industrial
0.5 mi
Truro Highlands Historic District
Listed
0.8 mi
Old North Cemetery
Listed
1.5 mi
Higgins, Jedediah, House
Industrial
2.7 mi
Union Hall
Industrial
3.4 mi

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When was Highland Light Station listed on the National Register?

Highland Light Station was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 14, 1987.

What type of historic resource is Highland Light Station?

Highland Light Station is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Highland Light Station?

The period of significance for Highland Light Station is recorded as the industrial era.

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