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Boston Light

Boston Light is a historic place in Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 66000133.

Boston, Suffolk County, MassachusettsListed October 15, 1966NRIS #66000133★ National Historic Landmark
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What is Boston Light?

Boston Light is a lighthouse located on Little Brewster Island in outer Boston Harbor, Massachusetts. The first lighthouse to be built on the site dates back to 1716, and was the first lighthouse to be built in what is now the United States. During the American Revolution, the original lighthouse was held by British forces and was attacked and burnt on two occasions by American forces. As the British forces withdrew in 1776, they blew up the tower and completely destroyed it.

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Listing details

Name
Boston Light
City
Boston
County
Suffolk County
State
Massachusetts
Listed on the National Register
October 15, 1966
NRIS reference number
66000133
Resource type
structure
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
42.32811, -70.89093
When was Boston Light listed on the National Register?

Boston Light was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966.

Where is Boston Light located?

Boston Light is located in Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts at approximately 42.32811, -70.89093. See the map above.

Is Boston Light a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Boston Light is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.

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