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| Nauset Lighthouse |
The iconic lighthouse above is seen on the package of Cape Cod potato chips and has become a symbol of Cape Cod.
Nauset Lighthouse
Nauset lighthouse was originally one of the twin towers in Chatham which were built in 1808. When erosion claimed these lights they were replaced by metal ones in 1877. In 1923 one of the Chatham lights was restored and moved to Nauset. The beacon on the light has been fully restored and is used as a private navigation aid. The lighthouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is a very popular tourist attraction and although it is privately owned you can get private tours in the summer. I was able to walk the grounds and photograph it from several angles. I love the bright red and white colors on the lighthouse.
If you think this lighthouse looks familiar, it may be because you have seen it on the package of Cape Cod potato chips.
Three Sisters Lighthouses
Just a short walking distance away from the Nauset lighthouse you will find the restored Three Sisters lighthouses which originally were located on the Eastham coast. The original buildings fell into the sea around 1890. They were restored in the early 1900's. Two of the three lighthouses were at one time summer cottages. They are now located in Cape Cod National Seashore.
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| View of Sea near Nauset Lighthouse |
Zazzle Products from my Photos
I have taken many photographs in the past few years since I became enthused about lighthouses and in my quest to find a way to share them with others I came across Zazzle. This print on demand site is a great place for me to put my photos on products that can then be purchased. Here is one of my photos on a metal print from Zazzle. Click on the link to discover other lighthouse gifts on Zazzle.
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As usual you're shared some lovely photos. I don't recall having seen the one on the potato chips package, but I love the colors in it. I also really like the Three Sisters Lighthouse photos.
ReplyDeleteReally pretty lighthouse photos Mary Beth! I couldn't help but think how much fun it would be to privately own a historic lighthouse or to have one as a summer cottage. I'm glad the lighthouses were moved and restored instead of being torn down.
ReplyDeleteIt looks like you had the perfect weather for your trip, that blue sky is the perfect backdrop for the gorgeous lighthouse.
ReplyDeleteI've always wanted to visit Cape Cod. Your lighthouse article has given me a quick peak at it. Beautiful photos.
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