Research notes
How this archive is organized
A quick guide for readers, teachers, and researchers using the archive by place, image type, and historical theme.
What part of the northern coast does the archive cover?
Coverage follows the documented lighthouse belt from the northern headlands through the harbor chain and outlying points. Entries are limited to sites with verifiable historical records.
What kinds of archive photos appear here?
You will find scanned prints, survey images, keeper-era snapshots, and restoration documentation. Captions note date ranges and known source collections when available.
How are keeper stories organized?
Stories are indexed by lighthouse, then by period, with short source notes at the end of each narrative. You can continue to the dedicated collection on the Stories page.
What does the preserved towers map show?
The map locates preserved towers and notes condition, access status, and key dates. Use it as the primary way to explore by place.
Is this archive commercial or sponsored content?
No. The archive is non-commercial and editorially curated for historical reference. It contains no product listings, booking funnels, or promotional placement.
What is the best way to read the site by place or by theme?
For place-based reading, start with Towers, then open linked stories and photos per site. For theme-based reading, begin on History and follow recurring topics across keepers, weather, engineering, and preservation.