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Dennis Lighthouse Models
This collection of 21 handmade wooden models, each representing a lighthouse in Rhode Island, was created by Robert Dennis.
Robert Denniswas in the US Lighthouse Service in the 1930’s and later on ships inthe North Atlantic convoys. During WWII he…
Memories of Robert I. Dennis
These are memories coming straight from the source, Robert I. Dennis. He goes on to explain what daily life was like for him as a Seaman on the U.S.L.H. Tender (SHRUB).
Halon Fire Extinguisher
This Halón "1301" system was installed by the Coast Guard to protect the Control Room against electrical fire.
Halón systems used gaseous fire extinguishing agents known as "halogenated fluorocarbons" which are a mix of bromine, fluorine, chlorine,…
Mannequin displaying Male Lighthouse Keeper Clothing
The clothing worn by George Durfee, who was lighthouse keeper of the Catimer Reef Lighthouse in Stonington, Connecticut from 1933 until 1952, was a navy jacket.
Mannequin displaying Women Lighthouse Keeper Clothing
This mannequin presents the style and kind of clothing that women would wear during the mid to late 1800s. The mannequin and clothing were donated by Dorrie Linn. The antique clothing is on loan from Period Pieces Collection.
Lady Lighthouse Keepers at Beavertail
During the past 260 years at Beavertail, two women combined tallied 14 years of lighthouse keeping here.
Demaris Weeden took over after the death of her husband in 1848. Ann Shaw was the Assistant Keeper for 5 years
These women performed the same…
Description of Lighthouse Tower
The Granite Light tower was built in 1856, standing at 56ft high above hightide. It has an identical tower at Watch Hill Light, however, it is lesser in height. The tower has 2ft thick wall with more than 4,500 blocks in it. Inside the tower, there…
Tower Electrical/Battery Room
This room between the Light Tower and the Lighthouse Keeper’s House was constructed in the late 1800s. It contained tools and equipment to service the oil lantern and lenses in the tower. It also served as an office for the Keeper.
In 1931…
Creation of Beavertail State Park
Storyboard describing the events leading to the creation of Beavertail State Park.
Beavertail 1942-1974 (War Years & The Cold War)
Storyboard describing events at Beavertail from 1942 through 1974, "The War Years", and "The Cold War"
Keeper House
Prior to 1972, this building was used by U.S. Coast Guard personnel and earlier by U.S. Lighthouse Service and U.S. Lighthouse Establishment personnel as a residence.
This building along with the Light Tower was constructed in 1856. The Keeper and…
Fort Burnside at Beavertail Point World War II
Storyboard describing the development of the Harbor Defense Command and Fort Burnside at Beavertail and their roles in the defense of Narragansett Bay during World War II
Plum Point Lighthouse
The photo of Plum Point Lighthouse was taken between 1892 and 1897. It was identified as a true "Rhode Island Lighthouse" The photo was donated by Robert A. & Virginia K. Flynn.
Photo of "Newport Light"
This photo of "Newport Light" (the late 1800s) at the North End of Goat Island.
The tower itself was built in 1838 and went into operation in 1842. Sadly, the tower only remains today.
This was purchased at a yard sale, gifted from Mr. & Mrs.…
Assistant Keeper House descriptive sign
This building was constructed in 1898 to house the Assistant Lighthouse Keeper and his family. The three rooms on the 1*‘ floor comprised the kitchen, dining room, and living room. The 2nd floor consists of 3 bedrooms a toilet and a single…
Governor Carr Stained Glass Artwork
The stained glass artwork created was in memory of the "Governor Carr" ferry that was active from 1927 until 1958.Artist unknown
Stained Glass Artwork of Beavertail
This stained glass artwork was gifted to BLMA by Nancy and Joseph Logan.