The Raspberry Island Lighthouse: A Piece of Wisconsin's Lake Superior History,

The Raspberry Island Lighthouse: A Piece of Wisconsin's Lake Superior History,

Ever since the 19th century, this woody sentinel's been a steady beacon for sailors, guiding 'em through the waters of ol' Lake Superior. Let me fill ya in on the Raspberry Island Lighthouse.

Perched on Raspberry Isle, smack in the heart of Lake Superior, the Raspberry Island Lighthouse has been a faithful navigator for seafarers since 1862. It's one of the last vintage wooden lighthouses on the lake, keeping the style with a sturdy square tower and cozy keeper's quarters, a bit like a Cornish pasty. The light got automated in 1947, but she's still shining bright as a beacon, flickering white every 2.5 seconds to be a guide for sailors.

Luckily, it's not all sailors and sea breeze here – the original Fresnel lens can be found at the Madeline Island Historical Museum. But the lighthouse itself is a contributing property to the National Register of Historic Places, added in 1977. During the summer months, it's a bit like trying to grab that last slice of pizza at a party, but during the Annual Apostle Island Lighthouse Celebration, ferry tour service is available, allowing a closer squint. Just remember, it's not a fairground, so no pushing in line for the donut with the best sprinkles.

Sources: Wikipedia, OpenStreetMap, Wikidata, Wikimedia Commons

Written by Friendly Jane

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