National Register of Historic Places

Pointe Aux Barques Lighthouse

Huron City, Huron County, Michigan
Listed
March 19, 1973
Type
Structure
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
73000949

About this property

Pointe aux Barques Lighthouse and Maritime Museum is an active lighthouse and adjoining museum located in Huron County in the U.S. state of Michigan. It is located along the shores of Lake Huron on the northeastern tip of the Thumb. The current structure, built in 1857, is one of the oldest active lighthouses in the state and the site now serves as an interpretive center for the lighthouse, the nearby United States Life-Saving Service station, and local maritime history. The name is translated as "point of little boats" from the French language, which refers to the shallow coastline that poses a threat to larger boats.

Location

Huron City, Huron County, Michigan
44.02355, -82.75563

Categories

TRANSPORTATION
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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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When was Pointe Aux Barques Lighthouse listed on the National Register?

Pointe Aux Barques Lighthouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 19, 1973.

What type of historic resource is Pointe Aux Barques Lighthouse?

Pointe Aux Barques Lighthouse is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Pointe Aux Barques Lighthouse?

The period of significance for Pointe Aux Barques Lighthouse is recorded as the industrial era.

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