The Holland Harbor Lighthouse
by Jennifer White
Title
The Holland Harbor Lighthouse
Artist
Jennifer White
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
A photo of the Holland Harbor Lighthouse in Holland Michigan, United States. The Holland Harbor Light is also known as Big Red, and is located at the entrance of a channel connecting Lake Michigan with Lake Macatawa.
This has been featured in the following groups:
-8.21.23 Great Lakes Lighthouses
There are two modern lights marking the ends of the breakwaters that extend out into the Lake Michigan beyond the lighthouse. The first lighthouse built at this location was a small, square wooden structure erected in 1872. In 1880 a new light was installed on top of a metal pole in a protective cage. The oil lantern was lowered by pulleys for service. At the turn of the century, a steel tower was built for the light and in 1907 the present structure was erected. Named the Holland Harbor South Pierhead Lighthouse, it has a gabled roof that reflects the Dutch influence in the area. The lighthouse, popularly referred to as "Big Red," was automated in 1932. When the US Coast Guard recommended that it be abandoned in 1970, citizens circulated petitions to rescue it. The Holland Harbor Lighthouse Historical Commission was then organized to preserve and restore this landmark.
This photo was taken by Jennifer White with Timeless Moments Photography. All images are copyrighted © Timeless Moments Photography/Jennifer White. All rights reserved.
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June 1st, 2021
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