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Located on Sheridan Isle in Lake Michigan, the Wind Point Lighthouse was built in 1869 and stands as a prominent granite structure, guiding ships through treacherous waters with its distinctive Fresnel lens until automation in 1957.
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Where is Wind Point Lighthouse?
Wind Point Lighthouse is in Wind Point, Wisconsin, on the western shore of Lake Michigan near Racine. It stands on a peninsula rather than on Sheridan Isle.
When was Wind Point Lighthouse built?
The lighthouse was completed in 1880, replacing an earlier 1869 light tower at the site. Its design is associated with architect Orlando Metcalf Poe.
What is distinctive about Wind Point Lighthouse?
The tower is a tall cream-colored brick structure with a prominent lantern and an attached keeper's building. It is one of the most recognizable lighthouse landmarks on Wisconsin's Lake Michigan shore.
Is Wind Point Lighthouse still used for navigation?
The light remains an active aid to navigation maintained by the U.S. Coast Guard. The site is also a public historic landmark, although access to the tower depends on scheduled openings.
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