When the Lighthouse Board agreed to build a sentinel at Turkey Point, they had "family" in mind. They knew that Lightkeepers appreciated having their wives and children with them, so officials erected a large Keeper's Quarters at Turkey Point. The beautiful brick and wood, two-and-a-half story dwelling survived for more than a century, housing all the laughter and loss that comes with years of loving use.

The modest beacon, only thirty-eight feet tall, happens to be the highest of 74 lighthouses located on the Chesapeake Bay because it stands on a hundred-foot-high bluff. Its focal plane of 129 feet was visible for 13 miles. Not bad for such a small light! The purpose of this beacon, lighted in 1833, was to mark the Elk River entrance, providing notice to captains navigating their course into the mouth of the new C&D Canal.

The light was deactivated in 2000 and is not currently operational, but concerned citizens are planning to restore the lighthouse and have formed a group known as the Turkey Point Lighthouse Station Incorporated. They propose to build a facsimile of the destroyed Keeper's House, returning the light station to its original charm. This non-profit group is dedicated to the restoration and preservation of Turkey Point and is incorporated in the State of Maryland in order to raise funds. For more information, or for donations, please contact the Turkey Point Light Station at P.O. Box 412, North East, Maryland, 21901.

Limited edition of 5500 pieces.

Turkey Point, MD Harbour Lights North Atlantic Region Item # HL279
Retirement Date: December 31, 2005!

When the Lighthouse Board agreed to build a sentinel at Turkey Point, they had "family" in mind. They knew that Lightkeepers appreciated having th
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