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photo copy of a newspaper article

In 1991, the 4th order Fresnel lens was replaced by a type "DCB 24" (Drum Contained Beacon) rotating Aero Beacon. While originally designed for airport use, it is typical of replacements taking place in lighthouses nationwide. The DCB 24 uses a 1000…

Hand built model

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Digital image of a drawing by Ozanne depicting the entrance of the French Fleet into Narragansett Bay in August of 1778

Storyboard discussing the various Fog Signal devises that have been used at Beavertail over the years.

Fog Signals at Beavertail from early days until the present day

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

Hand built model

The lens on display in the center of this room is a fourth-order lens that was in the tower at Beavertail until it was replaced in 1991 by a rotating beacon. The lens can be open to allow visitors to see inside. Touching the glass prisms is…

This wall panel provides the history of the Fresnel lens and its inventor Agustin Jean Fresnel.

The Funck-Heap lamp, introduced in 1892, became the standard lamp used with every 4th order Fresnel Lens in America. A Lamp such as this one probably provided the light source for the Fresnel lens on display in the center of this room before it was…

Wall Panel depicting the invention and history of gas lighting in Newport, RI, and at Beavertail Lighthouse.

The stained glass artwork created was in memory of the "Governor Carr" ferry that was active from 1927 until 1958.Artist unknown

This lighthouse was built in 1887, standing at 42ft tall with a East-White, West-Red character. It is located at 41 degrees North and 71 degrees West on Gull Rocks -- Newport Harbor with a bell for a fog signal. Gull Rocks was maintained for 73 years…

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,…

Wall exhibit outlining the history of the Oil House.

The lighthouse was built in 1901, standing at 54ft tall with a flashing white character. It is located at 41 degrees North and 71 degrees West on Hog Island Shoal.