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The Charlotte–Genesee Lighthouse is an 1822 stone octagonal lighthouse in the Charlotte neighborhood in northern Rochester, New York, United States. The 40 ft (12 m) tower is located on Lake Ontario at the mouth of the Genesee River. It originally had 10 whale oil Argand lamps, which were replaced with a Fresnel lens in 1853.
Welcome to the Charlotte-Genesee Lighthouse. Featuring History of Lighthouses, Charlotte History & Maritime History! Thank you for your interest in the Charlotte-Genesee Lighthouse. See the Lighthouse’s current schedule below. Special Tours may be available during the offseason.
The lighthouse is owned by Monroe County. Grounds open, dwelling/tower open in season. Charlotte-Genesee Lighthouse, New York Lighthouses, photographs, pictures, history, location, visitor information, maps, description, hotels, Lighthousefriends.com.
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Charlotte-Genesee Lighthouse | United States Lighthouse Society. The Port of Genesee was established by President Thomas Jefferson in 1804. The port district stretched approximately 70 miles along Lake Ontario's south shore, from Oak Orchard to Sodus Bay, New York.
Sep 3, 2019 · The Charlotte-Genesee Lighthouse near Rochester offers the chance to learn more about the region, as well as great views of the mouth of the Genesee River. Climbing the Charlotte-Genesee Lighthouse Near Rochester - Uncovering New York
The Charlotte-Genesee Lighthouse Historical Society Board of Trustees has adopted the following policy regarding touring the lighthouse facility; consisting of the lighthouse tower and Keeper’s House (museum): Facility is open to the Public – See hours and admissions for current times.
As the oldest surviving lighthouse on Lake Ontario, the Historical Society operates the site as a historical and educational center for the Lighthouse, Lake Ontario and Genesee Maritime History, and the Village of Charlotte.
