Conanicut Island Light

The Conanicut Island Light is situated on North Bay View Drive 64 in Jamestown, Rhode Island, USA.

• Location and Accessibility
• The lighthouse lies at the northern tip of Conanicut Island, which can be accessed via a public road.

Built in 1886, the Conanicut Island Light was constructed primarily to assist the ferry between Jamestown and Newport, Rhode Island.

• History
• Following its deactivation in 1933, the lantern was removed, and the lighthouse was sold as government surplus in 1934.
• Today, it serves as a private residence.

Architecture

The Conanicut Island Light is a notable example of late 19th-century lighthouse design.

• Light Characteristics
• The light's pattern and range are not specified in the provided data.

Heritage Status

The lighthouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, with a heritage designation of 2.

• Notable Historical Events
• In 2012, the Conanicut Island Light was featured in Wes Anderson's film Moonrise Kingdom.

The tower's height is approximately [no information available].