About this property
The Duluth South Breakwater Outer Light is a lighthouse on the south breakwater of the Duluth Ship Canal in Duluth, Minnesota, United States. It forms a range with the Duluth South Breakwater Inner Light to guide ships into the canal from Lake Superior.
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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 16000341. It was listed on June 6, 2016.
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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 Duluth Harbor South Breakwater Outer Light listed on the National Register?
Duluth Harbor South Breakwater Outer Light was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 6, 2016.
What type of historic resource is Duluth Harbor South Breakwater Outer Light?
Duluth Harbor South Breakwater Outer Light is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Duluth Harbor South Breakwater Outer Light?
The period of significance for Duluth Harbor South Breakwater Outer Light is recorded as the civil_war era, specifically around 1874.
Can I research the history near Duluth Harbor South Breakwater Outer Light?
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