Lit in 1829, the first lighthouse at Hendricks Head was a granite dwelling with a cylindrical tower atop its roof. It had a fixed white light 39 feet above sea level and guided ships entering the mouth of the Sheepscot River. The first Lightkeeper, Jeruel Marr, was a wounded veteran of the Civil War who was very devoted to keeping the light burning.

Jeruel served almost thirty years before handing his commission down to his son, Wolcott. Wolcott lived his whole life at Hendricks Head. He was born there, married and died in the same room. His two brothers also served as Keepers at other lighthouses.

After the first Hendricks Head Lighthouse was destroyed by fire in 1875, a second sentinel was built nearby. The fifth order Fresnel lens was relocated to the new, 39 foot, square tower. Workers then erected a fog bell tower and a short walkway, attaching it to the keeper's dwelling. In 1978, a ferocious storm demolished the boathouse and destroyed the walkway that had connected the lighthouse to the fog bell tower. But the remainder of the light station remains in beautiful condition, flashing its fixed white light and serving as an active aid to navigation.

Limited edition of 5500 pieces.

Hendrick's Head, ME Harbour Lights North Atlantic Region Item # HL274
Retirement Date: December 31, 2005!

Lit in 1829, the first lighthouse at Hendricks Head was a granite dwelling with a cylindrical tower atop its roof. It had a fixed white light 39 f
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