Two Harbors in Lake County, Minnesota — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
Agate Bay Light Station
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1. Agate Bay Light Station Marker
Shortly after the first shipment of iron ore left Agate Bay, the U.S. Government developed a plan to improve the safety of the harbor. In 1887 construction began on the West breakwater. Also, one acre of land was purchased on which to build a light station. The East breakwater was built in the 1940's and provides a panoramic view of harbor activity.The Two Harbors Light Station was completed in 1892. The light is still active and in operation 24 hours a day. The light is almost 80 feet above lake levels. Besides the six ore docks, there were two docks used for freight, one coal dock and a pulp-wood shipping dock. By the turn-of-the-century between 50 to 75 ships a week were using Agate Bay.
The Two Harbors Light Station is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Communications • Industry & Commerce • Waterways & Vessels. In addition, it is included in the Lighthouses series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1887.
Location. 47° 1.046′ N, 91° 40.34′
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Edna G. (here, next to this marker); Two Harbors Iron Ore Docks (here, next to this marker); Welcome to Paul H. Van Hoven Park (within shouting distance of this marker); Duluth Missabe & Iron Range Yellowstone Mallet #229 (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); Duluth and Iron Range Railroad Locomotive #3 (about 700 feet away); Ore Car #251, 1884 & Bobber Caboose #22 (#52), 1893 (about 700 feet away); First Ore Taken From A Minnesota Mine (about 700 feet away); a different marker also named First Ore Taken From A Minnesota Mine (about 700 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Two Harbors.
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2. Agate Bay Light Station Marker (left)
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3. Agate Bay Light Station & Marker
Agate Bay Light Station can be seen in the distance (left).
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4. Agate Bay Light Station
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