Along the Coast of Maine

**Portland Head Lighthouse**

Portland Head is a magnificent 200-year-old lighthouse. It is one of four Colonial-era lights that has never been rebuilt. One of the first laws of the US Congress was the creation of a Lighthouse Establishment in 1789, at the urging of George Washington. In 1791, Congress appropriated $1500 to complete the Portland Head light.

Portland Head Light has been painted and photographed probably more than any other lighthouse. The tower is not open for climbing, but the grounds and other structures are open to the public.

Along the Coast of Maine

Portland Head Lighthouse

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© 1997, Pete Amass
Date: Nov. 19,1997

Along the Coast of Maine

Portland Head Lighthouse

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© 1997, Pete Amass Date: Nov. 19,1997

© 1997, Pete Amass
Date: Nov. 19,1997