Cape Henry Lighthouse
National Historic Landmark

Cape Henry Lighthouse

Virginia Beach (Independent City), Virginia Beach County, Virginia
Listed
October 14, 1966
Type
Structure
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
66000910

Location

Virginia Beach (Independent City), Virginia Beach County, Virginia
36.92583, -76.00815

Significance

Cape Henry Lighthouse is a structure in Virginia Beach (Independent City), Virginia Beach County, Virginia. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 14, 1966, under reference number 66000910. It is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest level of federal recognition for historic properties in the United States. It is recognized for its significance in Transportation and Communications.

Categories

TRANSPORTATIONCOMMUNICATIONS
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Sources

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Nearby Historic Sites

CApe Henry (Second Tower) Light Station
Industrial
0.1 mi
Seashore State Park Historic District
Industrial
1.5 mi
Green Hill
Industrial
3.1 mi
Miller-Masury, Dr. John, House
Industrial
3.4 mi
Shirley Hall
Industrial
3.6 mi

Nearby Battles

Battle of Cape Henry (1781)
1781Revolutionary War
0.7 mi
Battle of Naval Capes (Battle of Chesapeake)
1781Revolutionary War
1.8 mi
Battle of the Capes — Chesapeake
1781Revolutionary War
2.5 mi
Yorktown — French Naval Victory (Battle of Chesapeake)
1781Revolutionary War
2.7 mi
Battle of Chesapeake Capes (1781)
1781Revolutionary War
3.7 mi

Questions about this property

When was Cape Henry Lighthouse listed on the National Register?

Cape Henry Lighthouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 14, 1966.

What type of historic resource is Cape Henry Lighthouse?

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

Is Cape Henry Lighthouse a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Cape Henry Lighthouse has been designated a National Historic Landmark (NHL), the highest level of federal recognition for historic properties in the United States.

What is the period of significance for Cape Henry Lighthouse?

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

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