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Delve into the history of Kenosha lighthouses, climb a lighthouse during designated hours, or take photos with one of Kenosha's most recognized structures.
Located at Simmons Island Beach, this lighthouse is sometimes referred to as Pierhead Lighthouse. It was built in 1906 and stands 50 feet tall. This lighthouse is privately owned, but still serves as the active lighthouse for the Kenosha harbor.
The Kenosha Southport Lighthouse, built in 1866, is the third government lighthouse built on Simmons Island, formerly Washington Island, in Kenosha, Wisconsin. The tower is constructed of Milwaukee Cream City brick and is conical in shape.
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Located at Simmons Island Beach, 50th St. and Lake Michigan, the lighthouse was built in 1906 and stands 50 feet tall. It is privately owned, but still serves as the active lighthouse for the Kenosha harbor.
A pierhead lighthouse has been present at Kenosha as early has 1856. By the early 1900s, the Kenosha Harbor had undergone some major renovations. Two new piers were constructed which jutted out into the lake, as well as an enhanced break-wall to protect the north pier from the fury of Lake Michigan.
Serving as a beacon to the southeastern wisconsin arts community. If you are an artist inspired by the lake, the lighthouse or working in a unique space, ask us about our Artist in Residence Program. We offer opportunities for fine and performing artists and musicians. Several artists were commissioned seasons 2016-19. John Burhani.
Kenosha Lighthouse Studio As of July 2016, thanks to Scott Hughes, security cameras and motion lights were added to the lighthouse to discourage the tagging and graffiti that had plagued the structure for so long.
Families, friends, individuals or organizations can light the 1866 lighthouse for a special person, occasion, anniversary, birthday or memoriam. The lighthouse is lit the evening of the requested date from dusk to dawn and an accompanying ad is placed in the Kenosha News.
Kenosha County Historical Society is a campus of two buildings, the Kenosha History Center building which focuses on Kenosha County history, and the Southport Light Station Museum, a restored Light Keeper's home and lighthouse.