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AMBROSE (lightship)

AMBROSE (lightship) is a historic place in New York, New York County, New York, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on September 7, 1984, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 84002758.

New York, New York County, New YorkListed September 7, 1984NRIS #84002758★ National Historic Landmark
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AMBROSE (lightship)

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About this place

What is AMBROSE (lightship)?

The United States Lightship LV-87/WAL-512 (Ambrose) is a riveted steel lightship built in 1907 and served at the Ambrose Channel lightship station from December 1, 1908, until 1932, and in other posts until her decommissioning in 1966. It is one of a small number of preserved American lightships, and now serves as a museum ship at the South Street Seaport Museum in Lower Manhattan, New York City.

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Listing details

Name
AMBROSE (lightship)
City
New York
County
New York County
State
New York
Listed on the National Register
September 7, 1984
NRIS reference number
84002758
Resource type
structure
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
40.70532, -74.00246
When was AMBROSE (lightship) listed on the National Register?

AMBROSE (lightship) was added to the National Register of Historic Places on September 7, 1984.

Where is AMBROSE (lightship) located?

AMBROSE (lightship) is located in New York, New York County, New York at approximately 40.70532, -74.00246. See the map above.

Is AMBROSE (lightship) a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. AMBROSE (lightship) is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.

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