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Annisquam Light. Gloucester, MA. Poster
by New England Photography
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Annisquam Light. Gloucester, MA. poster by New England Photography. Our posters are produced on acid-free papers using archival inks to guarantee that they last a lifetime without fading or loss of color. All posters include a 1" white border around the image to allow for future framing and matting, if desired.
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To help mariners from running aground on dangerous Squam Bar, the government decided to erect a lighthouse at Wigwam Point in Annisquam. The present... more
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To help mariners from running aground on dangerous Squam Bar, the government decided to erect a lighthouse at Wigwam Point in Annisquam. The present Annisquam Light, which has also been known as Squam Light and Wigwam Light, is the third at this location. In 1801 the United States government bought the property from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for $140. A 32-foot wooden tower and a wood framed keeper's house were built, andthe house still stands with some modifications. The present 41-foot Federal-style brick tower was built in 1897. In 1922 the kerosene-fueled light and fifth order Fresnel lens were removed and replaced by an electrified fourth order lens. The new light increased Annisquam Light's brightness from 1,300 candlepower to 250,000 candlepower. A fog horn was installed in 1931, but the following year it was decided that the signal would only operate from October 15 through May 15 so summer residents could have peaceful nights. In 1949 it went into operation in the summ...
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Welcome to New England Photography/Scenic New England Photography. Scenic New England Photography, New England Landscapes, New England Seascapes, New England Covered Bridges, New England Fall Foliage, New England Winter Photography. Found in 2006, New England Photography was the FIRST and Original site for Scenic New England Photography. If you are searching for great images that show the landscapes of New England you have come to the right place. I have a love for Covered Bridges, Lighthouses, Old Barns, Farms, and the Shore. I spend most of my time in Northern New England. Far away from the big cities of, Boston, New Haven, Hartford, and Providence. My photographs cover all areas of New England. From the shore of Connecticut...
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