National Register of Historic Places

Poplar Point Lighthouse

North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island
Listed
February 25, 1988
Type
Structure
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
87001703

About this property

Poplar Point Light (Lighthouse), built in 1831, is an historic lighthouse in North Kingstown, Rhode Island. It stands at the end of Poplar Point, marking the southern point of Wickford Harbor. The lighthouse was built in 1831 with a stone keeper's dwelling and wooden tower. The light was deactivated in 1882 and replaced by the Wickford Harbor Light. It was sold at auction in 1894 and has been altered by later owners. The lighthouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1988. The tower is the oldest surviving wooden lighthouse tower in the United States, and the oldest in Rhode Island still standing at its original location.

Location

1 Poplar Ave.
North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island
41.57103, -71.43914

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Sources

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Nearby Historic Sites

Baker, David S., Estate
Industrial
0.3 mi
Old Narragansett Church
Industrial
0.5 mi
St. Paul's Church
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0.5 mi
Wickford Historic District
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0.8 mi
Palmer-Northrup House
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1.2 mi

Nearby Battles

Raid on Prudence Island (1775)
1775Revolutionary War
5.6 mi
Battle of Rhode Island – Black Regiment Action
1778Revolutionary War
6.6 mi

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When was Poplar Point Lighthouse listed on the National Register?

Poplar Point Lighthouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on February 25, 1988.

What type of historic resource is Poplar Point Lighthouse?

Poplar Point Lighthouse is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Poplar Point Lighthouse?

The period of significance for Poplar Point Lighthouse is recorded as the industrial era.

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