History/Info:
The original lighthouse on Marblehead Neck was a traditional white tower with a keeper's house. But as newer summer houses were being built in the area, the original tower was less able to be seen by mariners. So in 1895 the existing lighthouse was built. Originally Marblehead light had a fresnel lens but now the lighthouse has a plastic optic. The light was automated in 1960 and the land surrounding the lighthouse is now a park.

Hours:
The lighthouse itself is not open but it resides within Chandler Hovey Park, which is open to the public.

Latitude/Longitude: 42°30'N 70°50'W

Directions: click here for map

• From Salem take Route 114 south, or from Lynn/Swampscott take 129 north into Marblehead

• Turn east onto Ocean Ave and take for about 1 mile, turning left onto Harbor Ave.

• Ocean Ave reconnects with Harbor Ave. Follow it to the end.

• Then take a left onto Follet St., which is one-way.

• Take Follet St. into Chandler Hovey Park.