Portland Head Light
Height24 m
Year Built1791
CountryUSA
RegionMaine
StatusActive
About Portland Head Light
One of the oldest lighthouses in the USA, commissioned by George Washington. Located at the entrance to Portland Harbor in Cape Elizabeth. The first keeper was appointed by Washington himself. One of the most photographed lighthouses in America.
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