Where History Meets the Sea Fort Pickering Lighthouse on Winter Island

by Jeff Folger

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Where History Meets the Sea Fort Pickering Lighthouse on Winter Island

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Jeff Folger

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Fort Pickering Lighthouse Description: The Fort Pickering Lighthouse, standing elegantly against a blue sky with a gull soaring above, is a classic coastal beacon on Winter Island, Massachusetts. Built in 1871, the lighthouse has guided sailors safely through Salem Sound for over a century. The scene captures the serene maritime beauty of the New England coast, with its picturesque rocky shores and the reflective waters of the Atlantic Ocean.

History of Fort Pickering Lighthouse: Fort Pickering Lighthouse was built to mark the western entrance to Salem Sound. It was an important navigational aid for ships heading into Salem Harbor, a key trading port in colonial times. Named after Fort Pickering, a defensive fort that stood on the island during various conflicts, the lighthouse today remains a charming historical site and a beloved local landmark.

Interesting Aspects of Winter Island: Winter Island is more than just a home for the lighthouse; it's a historical gem. Once a military fort and later a U.S. Coast Guard air station, the island is now a public park offering scenic views, beach access, camping, and recreational activities. Visitors can explore remnants of the fort, enjoy a picnic by the ocean, or simply soak in the coastal beauty. In winter, the island offers a peaceful, almost ethereal ambiance with fewer crowds and serene vistas of the lighthouse against snow-dusted rocks and the open sea

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February 26th, 2025

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