Capitol Island in Boothbay Harbor in Lincoln County, Maine — The American Northeast (New England)
Cuckolds Fog Signal & Light Station
Circa 1892
| | Rescued 2006 | |
Photographed by Darren Jefferson Clay, October 14, 2024
1. Cuckolds Fog Signal & Light Station Marker
Home to keepers and their families from 1892 to 1974, these islands are now a community restoration project, rebuilding the most visible symbol of our maritime heritage and dependence on the sea. Future site for learning about the environment, coastal navigation and maritime safety. A place for adventure, summer outings, and overnight stays.
www.cuckoldslight.org
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Places. A significant historical year for this entry is 1892.
Location. 43° 50.943′ N, 69° 37.801′ W. Marker is in Boothbay Harbor, Maine, in Lincoln County. It is on Capitol Island. It is on Commercial Street south of Greenleaf Lane, on the left when traveling south. Located next to the Tugboat Inn. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 80 Commercial Street, Boothbay Harbor ME 04538, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Midcoast Maine. It is also in the American Northeast, in New England, and on the Eastern Seaboard. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: With Thought to the Future (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); A Nautical Heritage (about 700 feet away); Offering all that the Visitors Need (about 700 feet away); Veterans of Boothbay Harbor (approx. 0.2 miles away); Up the Street and Down (approx. 0.2 miles away); An Enduring Tradition (approx. 0.2 miles away); Preserving a Business Dynasty (approx. Ό mile away); A Lovely Spot for a Hotel (approx. Ό mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Boothbay Harbor.
Also see . . .
1. The Cuckolds Light (Wikipedia). (Submitted on October 20, 2024, by Darren Jefferson Clay of Duluth, Georgia.)
2. Tugboat Inn. (Submitted on October 26, 2024, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.)
Photographed by Darren Jefferson Clay, October 14, 2024
2. Cuckolds Fog Signal & Light Station Marker
Photographed by Darren Jefferson Clay, October 14, 2024
3. Cuckolds Fog Signal & Light Station
Credits. This page was last revised on October 26, 2024. It was originally submitted on October 20, 2024, by Darren Jefferson Clay of Duluth, Georgia. This page has been viewed 304 times since then and 20 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 20, 2024, by Darren Jefferson Clay of Duluth, Georgia. • Michael Herrick was the editor who published this page.
