Half of the Menominee Light is in Wisconsin while the other half is in Michigan.
The Menominee North Pier Lighthouse stands tall and proud at the entrance of the Menominee River, where it joins Lake Michigan. Located on the border between Wisconsin and Michigan, this historic beacon has been guiding sailors since 1877. As you approach the lighthouse, you can’t help but be captivated by its striking red brick construction and classic white concrete base.
Menominee North Pier Lighthouse
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One of the most intriguing aspects of the Menominee North Pier Lighthouse is its unique dual-state status. Half of the lighthouse sits in Wisconsin while the other half rests in Michigan. This unusual division serves as a gentle reminder that borders needn’t divide us; they can simply enhance our appreciation for shared history and natural beauty.
Standing atop this majestic structure (open seasonally) offers breathtaking panoramic views of both states, with Lake Michigan stretching out endlessly before your eyes. As waves crash against the pier below, you may even catch a glimpse of freighters gracefully making their way through these Great Lakes waters – a true testament to mankind’s ability to work harmoniously with nature.
Visiting Menominee North Pier Lighthouse allows you to step back in time while experiencing an enchanting blend of history and scenic wonderment. Close your eyes and imagine being transported back to a simpler era when sailors relied on these beacons to guide them home safely. With each visit, this remarkable symbol reminds us not only of our rich maritime heritage but also our interconnectedness as fellow adventurers sailing upon Life’s great waters.
Here is a “colorized” image from more than a century ago.
Built in 1858, the Fenwick Island Lighthouse stands as a beacon of history for the small towns of Fenwick Island, Delaware and Ocean City, Maryland.
Fenwick Island Lighthouse “colorized” panorama photograph.
Looking way back, this panorama photograph of the Fenwick Island Lighthouse in coastal Delaware was created and colorized from an 1891 faded black and white image downloaded from the United States National Archive website.
The Fenwick Island Light Station from the National Archives, National Museum of American History
The Fenwick Island Lighthouse Station has been aiding navigation for mariners since August 1, 1859. Today, the historic structure is a popular tourist destination, especially for photography enthusiasts. The “Fenwick Light” is an historic landmark located in southernmost Delaware right at the border with Ocean City, Maryland.
Fenwick island Lighthouse Panorama processed as an abstract to give it a more “painterly” appearance.
Oldest Lighthouse in Delaware
A quote from the website: “The official opening of the Fenwick Island Lighthouse, when the light was first lit as an aid to navigation, was on August 1, 1859.” That makes the Fenwick Island Light the oldest lighthouse in Delaware.
Fenwick Island Lighthouse as a simulated canvas painting.
Celebrating the commissioning of the first Federal Lighthouse…
It was on the Seventh Day of August in 1789 that Congress approved an Act for the establishment and support of lighthouse, beacons, buoys and public piers. In Celebration of the 200th Anniversary of the signing of the Act and the commissioning of the first Federal lighthouse, in 1989 Congress passed a resolution which designated August 7 as National Lighthouse Day.
Collection of Lighthouse Photographs by Bill Swartwout Photography
The Lighthouse Act of 1789 was approved by Congress, ensuring the upkeep and repair of Lighthouses, Beacons, Buoys, and Public Piers “shall be defrayed out of the treasury of the United States.”
National Lighthouse Day was first celebrated 200 years later when President Ronald Reagan signed Senate Judiciary Resolution 306 of the 100th Congress into law.
I have several lighthouse photographs available on a variety of substrates (Prints, Canvas, Metal, Acrylic, Matted & Framed) in my Gallery at Pictorem. These are all available with Free Ground Shipping throughout the United States and Canada.
While the silhouetted trees may look like the Serengeti, it really is coastal Delaware.
Of course, we do not find lighthouses in the desert, but here we do see the Fenwick Island Lighthouse in silhouette – just to the right of the rising sun. Some photographers will add a “flying shore bird or two” into scenes like this. But not here, that seagull is doing a photobomb on his own volition, without realizing the importance of his appearance.
A sunrise is suppose to be full of vivid color, right? Well, not always. Often, a black and white presentation helps to define textures and outlines. Monochrome images are also useful in modern home decor and/or in an office setting. This landscape seems to work well in both color and B&W. What do YOU think. Please let me know your thoughts in the comments area at the bottom of the page.
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Sunrise over Fenwick Island by Bill Swartwout. This photograph depicts the sun rising above the Atlantic Ocean and above the town of Fenwick Island, Delaware. This is one of a kind photograph is available digitally printed in vivid color or black and white on archival fine art paper or museum-quality canvas.
The bright red lighthouse at Charlevoix, MI is a beautiful sight to see.
Intro: The pierhead light at Charlevoix, Michigan is an aid to navigation on Lake Michigan delineating the pier/breakwater at the entrance to the harbor of Round Lake. When viewed against a bright blue sky, this uniquely bright red paint is quite distinctive and memorable.
In this Expressionism Abstract presentation, the bright red against the bright blue is distinctive and makes a statement that would look great as an accent piece or “conversation starter” in your home or office.
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The Charlevoix South Pier Lighthouse (pierhead light) at Charlevoix, Michigan is an aid to navigation on Lake Michigan. This lighthouse was deemed excess and offered at no cost to eligible entities, including federal, state, and local agencies, non-profit corporations, and educational organizations under the National Historic Lighthouse Preservation Act of 2000.
Lighthouses are one of the most recognizable landmarks around the world, displaying a guiding light as a symbol of adventure and discovery. The Charlevoix South Pier Lighthouse is an aid to navigation on Lake Michigan delineating the pier/breakwater at the entrance to the harbor of Round Lake.
Constructed in 1873 and located at the mouth of Round Lake at Charlevoix, Michigan, the Charlevoix South Pier Lighthouse was dedicated on January 21, 1874, three days after its construction. The lighthouse became operational on January 1, 1895 and is still a functioning aid to navigation.
Charlevoix South Pier Lighthouse Wall Art – Perfect for the maritime collector, or for a coastal home! The light in the foreground is a fifth order Fresnel lens characteristic of early 19th century towers. This is twice as large as the standard 3-inch lens found in many small lighthouses. The light in the center is a lens that would have been used during the foggy nights on Lake Michigan.
As a leading retailer of lighthouse artwork, marine prints, and nautical decor, we are pleased to offer you this lighthouse print. The Charlevoix South Pier Lighthouse Wall Art is a beautiful representation of the location where you can enjoy a day on the pier.
Here you can find Charlevoix South Pier Lighthouse Wall Art which is the reproduction of a print by Clayton Thomas. This souvenir print is printed on heavyweight paper using an inkjet printer and depicts an 1882 vintage postcard view of Charlevoix South Pier Lighthouse, circa 1939. The lighthouse was established in 1839 as a wooden tower with lantern room, replaced with a brick tower between 1843 and 1875, it stands 30 feet (9 m) tall.
The Charlevoix South Pier Lighthouse wall art print is stunning. Each order is made using high-quality materials. The framing is unique and a final touch, making your print the centerpiece of any room. Take a look by clicking one of the included links or the images themselves.
Add some coastal style to any room with this stunning piece of Lake Michigan nostalgia. The image captures part of the harbor entrance at Charlevoix, Michigan, with a view featuring the pierhead light.
Bring the joy of Michigan to your home with this charming and colorful image. With the scenic beauty of Lake Michigan right in your home, you have a constant reminder of summer days spent on the water and warm memories waiting to be made.
An early morning clear blue sky provides a fine backdrop for the first of these “looking upward” views of the light.
The Fenwick Light is located on the state line border between Delaware and Maryland. It is just inside the town of Fenwick Island, Delaware and just across the line from Ocean City, Maryland. The Fenwick Island Lighthouse was first lit on November 10, 1808.
An early morning clear blue sky provides a fine backdrop for this first “looking upward” view of the Fenwick Island Lighthouse.
An unusual Mackerel Sky frames this wide angle shot of the Fenwick Island Lighthouse just north of the state line between Maryland and Delaware.
An unusual Mackerel Sky, in a black and white presentation, frames this wide angle shot of the Fenwick Island Light with an added “star filter” for emphasis on the light. The images above are also available in B&W without the additional edit.
The above are but a few sample of my photographs of the Fenwick Island Light. I love to showcase and preserve the unique beauty in and around my Coastal Delaware home. This lighthouse landscape photography is just one of a wide variety of memorable photographic opportunities that make online galleries unique.
Fenwick Island is located on the state border of Delaware and Maryland, and there are a few places along the boardwalk where you can get right up to the line. I was lucky enough to be in this place at sunset when the light was all aglow. This photograph is one of a series that I took during my trip recently.
Whoa! It’s a bird, it’s a plane–it’s a photograph of the Fenwick Light. You can bring this state line landmark into your home with the help of these high quality art photographs.
I’ve have the pleasure of photographing the Fenwick Island Lighthouse at various times. These photographs come in many sizes, and will look great wherever you place them.
Delaware. The Fenwick Island Lighthouse Preservation Society will keep this light at its current location. A prime spot for photographing the summer sunsets of Ocean City, Maryland and the summer sunrise of Rehoboth Beach,
Fenwick Island Light, also known as Fenwick Island Lighthouse, is located just inside the limits of the town of Fenwick, in the state of Delaware. When it was built in 1866, it was one of the first 50 lighthouses to be established by the federal government. It is a conical, rubble stone light and is a height of 128 feet.
Fenwick Island Light is one of the few remaining lighthouses in Delaware, and is located within the vacation destination of Fenwick Island. It’s location enabled it to serve as a navigation beacon for mariners sailing along the Delaware and Maryland coasts.
In the early 19th century, mariners from colonial Delaware and Maryland operated a series of beacons to protect them from sandbars and other hazards along their coastlines. Today, one of these lighthouses still shines over Fenwick Island.
I’m a photographer. That’s my job. My passion is photography and my favorite thing to do is shoot coastal and coast-related images. There’s something very calming and peaceful about being near the ocean beach. I am a skilled photo guy who likes to travel and make photographs of places I’ve been. I don’t set out to produce amazing art. If I do, then that’s just a bonus.
This is where I live. It’s nice here, but you have to watch out for the flying fish. (That joke isn’t even funny… it’s just inside Delaware.)
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Two historic beacons on a breakwater. At the entrance of the St. Joseph River on the eastern shore of Lake Michigan are two lights, the St. Joseph North Pierhead Lighthouse and the St. Joseph North Pier Inner Lighthouse.
These two aids to navigation date back to the early 1900’s to help guide ships safely into the harbor – shared by St. Joseph and Benton Harbor, MI.
The image was presented in an almost “painterly” fashion by Mother Nature. Only a small amount of editing was done in post-processing – just cropping and a bit of contrast adjustment. It is also available in a black and white version that gives this nautical scene a different feel that might work well as wall art in an office.
