Name and Location

The Dutch Island Light is located in Jamestown, Rhode Island, United States, situated on Dutch Island in Narragansett Bay.

Construction and History

The Dutch Island Light was constructed in 1840 during the mid-19th century era of lighthouse building. Its architecture style is characteristic of Victorian-era lighthouses found along the New England coast. The structure stands at a height of approximately 35 feet, with a focal plane height of about 80 feet.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse's architecture style is characteristic of Victorian-era lighthouses found along the New England coast.

Light and Navigation

The light originally displayed a characteristic sequence of one flash every 15 seconds, accompanied by a red light that could be seen for approximately 2 nautical miles. Although the lighthouse is no longer an active aid to navigation, its historical significance remains.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the museum from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM daily (May-October) and from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM daily (April-May). Admission is free, although donations are appreciated. The lighthouse does not offer on-site facilities.

Notable Views and Landscape

The light stands on Dutch Island, surrounded by Narragansett Bay. The view from the island offers stunning vistas of the bay's waters and surrounding coastal landscape.

Anecdotes and Folklore

The Dutch Island Light has been steeped in local folklore and maritime history. Visitors can learn more about its significance during guided tours or by exploring surrounding historical sites.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse was originally equipped with a Fresnel lens, displaying a characteristic sequence of one flash every 15 seconds, accompanied by a red light that could be seen for approximately 2 nautical miles.

Further Information

For further reading and information, visit https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dutch_Island_Light">Dutch Island Light on Wikipedia. The Dutch Island Light is managed by the National Park Service (NPS), part of the United States Department of the Interior.