Cape Florida Lighthouse is the oldest surviving structure in South Florida. Built in 1825 to mark the north entrance to Biscayne Bay, it was decommissioned in 1878 and returned to service 100 years later in 1978. In recent years, the surface of the old tower was renewed, bringing it back to its past glory. The light from its 95-foot tower can be seen 7 miles at sea.
Lamp Features:
Overall lamp height is 24"
Three-wire lighting (night light, table lamp, or both)
Genuine, hand-painted Lefton ceramic lighthouse
Five-quarter solid pine base, stained and top-coated
Cape Florida Lighthouse is the oldest surviving structure in South Florida. Built in 1825 to mark the north entrance to Biscayne Bay, it was decommissioned in 1878 and returned to service 100 years later in 1978. In recent years, the surface of the old tower was renewed, bringing it back to its past glory. The light from its 95-foot tower can be seen 7 miles at sea. 
