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 In 1851, the first light at Muskegon was constructed on
shore, and consisted of a keepers dwelling with an
integrated roof-mounted tower.
With the Army Corps of Engineers completion of the harbor
pier in 1902, the decision was made to replace this shore
light with a new light at the end of the pier, with work
completed the following year. The fifty-three foot steel
tower was equipped with a Fourth Order Fresnel lens
manufactured by Sautter & Cie, of Paris.
The light still shines to this day, as can be seen in the
photograph to the top left, however the Fresnel lens has
been replaced by a modern 300mm acrylic optic.
Also known as the Muskegon Pier light, this historic
treasure, the dark red North Pier Tower, is listed in
very few lighthouse registries. This is just one of a
number of historic treasures located in and around the
Michigan port city of Muskegon.
Finding this Light
Take US31 to Muskegon and Sherman Boulevard. Take Sherman to
Beach Street and take Beach street to the pier. If you
need more information or directions to other sites, consider
contacting the sponsor below. The inn is as much a
treasure as the light.
This splendid vintage turn-of-the-century mansion features
old world elegance, grace and charm! Port City Victorian
Inn is located off the bluff of Muskegon Lake - just
minutes from the downtown business district and Lake
Michigan.
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