Lighthouses of Lake Erie

       
 
   

Dunkirk
21

Established:

(1827) 1875

Status:

  Active

Location:

  (NY) On the end of Gratiot Point. west of Dunkirk Harbor

Type:

  Square limestone tower with brick dwelling attached

Access:

  Car

 

   

About the Light:

  This brick tower is a part ot a local military museum which has been established in the nearby light keeper's quarters. To access the site, take Lake Shore Drive and exit at Point Drive North. The light tower is open to the public and the determined light buff can actually climb the tower and view the blue expanse of Lake Erie.