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Split Rock Lighthouse

Split Rock Lighthouse is a historic place in Two Harbors, Lake County, Minnesota, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on June 23, 1969, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 69000073.

Two Harbors, Lake County, MinnesotaListed June 23, 1969NRIS #69000073★ National Historic Landmark
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About this place

What is Split Rock Lighthouse?

Split Rock Lighthouse is a lighthouse located southwest of Silver Bay, Minnesota, US on the North Shore of Lake Superior. The structure was designed by lighthouse engineer Ralph Russell Tinkham and was completed in 1910 by the United States Lighthouse Service for $75,000, including the buildings and the land. It is considered one of the most picturesque lighthouses in the United States.

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The record

Listing details

Name
Split Rock Lighthouse
City
Two Harbors
County
Lake County
State
Minnesota
Listed on the National Register
June 23, 1969
NRIS reference number
69000073
Resource type
district
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
47.20025, -91.36753
When was Split Rock Lighthouse listed on the National Register?

Split Rock Lighthouse was added to the National Register of Historic Places on June 23, 1969.

Where is Split Rock Lighthouse located?

Split Rock Lighthouse is located in Two Harbors, Lake County, Minnesota at approximately 47.20025, -91.36753. See the map above.

Is Split Rock Lighthouse a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Split Rock Lighthouse is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.

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