The Proposed Acquisition of Conimicut Lighthouse

Such a strong symbol of the City of Warwick should be preserved and maintained – and the National Historic Lighthouse Preservation Act of 2000 (NHLPA) will ensure that this piece of Warwick’s rich history and traditions will be preserved for the enjoyment and pride of generations to come.

Own a lighthouse - See other lighthouses that are available throughout the US.

Conimicut Light Specifications - Read about the details of one of Warwick's most enduring symbols.

The National Historic Lighthouse Preservation Act - This site provides background on the NHLPA and discusses the process that will be used to determine the new owner of lighthouses that are considered excess to the Coast Guard's needs.

History of Conimicut Light - Discover how this light was created in 1868 and its subsequent transformations into the light we see today. In fact, Conimicut was the last lighthouse in the United States to be converted to electricity. (From Kerosene in 1960)

Other relevant sites:

How to Apply for a Lighthouse Property under NHLPA

Potential light stations to be excessed - Fall 2002

Full text of legislation

Flow chart of process

Draft Notice of availability

Pilot Program - List of light stations & their status

Pilot Program Application