National Register of Historic Places

Warwick Lighthouse

Warwick, Kent County, Rhode Island
Listed
March 29, 1988
Type
Structure
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
88000268

About this property

Warwick Light, also known as Warwick Lighthouse, is an historic lighthouse in Warwick, Rhode Island, United States. The first light on the site was built in 1827. The original keeper's residence was replaced in 1899. The current structure at Warwick Neck was built on the site in 1932. In 1985, the light was the last Rhode Island lighthouse automated. The light was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1988 as Warwick Lighthouse. National Register of Historic Places listings in Kent County, Rhode Island Bachand, Robert (1989). Northeast Lights: Lighthouses and Lightships, Rhode Island to Cape May, New Jersey. Kochel, Kenneth (1996). America's Atlantic Coast Lighthouse.

Location

1350 Warwick Neck Ave.
Warwick, Kent County, Rhode Island
41.66705, -71.37815

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When was Warwick Lighthouse listed on the National Register?

Warwick Lighthouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 29, 1988.

What type of historic resource is Warwick Lighthouse?

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

What is the period of significance for Warwick Lighthouse?

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

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