National Register of Historic Places

Thomas Point Shoals Light Station

Thomas Point Shoals Light Station is a historic place in Annapolis, Anne Arundel County, Maryland, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on February 20, 1975, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 75000864.

Annapolis, Anne Arundel County, MarylandListed February 20, 1975NRIS #75000864★ National Historic Landmark
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What is Thomas Point Shoals Light Station?

The Thomas Point Shoal Light, also known as Thomas Point Shoal Light Station, is a historic lighthouse in the Chesapeake Bay on the east coast of the United States, and the most recognized lighthouse in Maryland. It is the only screw-pile lighthouse in the bay which stands at its original site. The current structure is a 1½ story hexagonal wooden cottage, equipped with a foghorn as well as the light.

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Listing details

Name
Thomas Point Shoals Light Station
City
Annapolis
County
Anne Arundel County
Listed on the National Register
February 20, 1975
NRIS reference number
75000864
Resource type
structure
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
38.89900, -76.43594
When was Thomas Point Shoals Light Station listed on the National Register?

Thomas Point Shoals Light Station was added to the National Register of Historic Places on February 20, 1975.

Where is Thomas Point Shoals Light Station located?

Thomas Point Shoals Light Station is located in Annapolis, Anne Arundel County, Maryland at approximately 38.89900, -76.43594. See the map above.

Is Thomas Point Shoals Light Station a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Thomas Point Shoals Light Station is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.