Fort Point Lighthouse (Nova Scotia)
Lighthouse in Nova Scotia, Canada From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Lighthouse in Nova Scotia, Canada From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Fort Point Lighthouse is a lighthouse located on the Mersey River outside the town of Liverpool in the Canadian province of Nova Scotia. First erected in 1832, it served as a navigational aid for local sailors and fishermen until 1954, when it was taken out of operation.[3]
Location | LaHave Nova Scotia Canada |
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Coordinates | 44°02′39″N 64°42′28″W |
Tower | |
Constructed | 1855 |
Construction | wooden tower and lantern |
Height | 9 metres (30 ft) |
Shape | square tower with balcony and lantern atop a 2-storey keeper’s house |
Markings | white tower, red trim and lantern roof |
Operator | Region of Queens Municipality[1][2] |
Heritage | provincially registered property |
Light | |
Deactivated | 1989 |
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