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Erie Lighthouses Lauren Verno and Christina Borelli

The Work of Art: Presque Isle Lighthouse ,[object Object],-weathered -rustic -rather small (for a lighthouse) -concealed by trees -old -dull -simplistic -geometric -attached to a private residence -closed to public -surrounded by colorful leaves -smell of the lake/beach -smell of autumn leaves -sound of cars passing by -sound of wind -sounds of the water -sound of birds/wildlife

The Work of Art: North Pierhead Lighthouse ,[object Object],-rusty -modern -bold stripes -rather small -graffiti -geometric -simplistic design -rough texture -beat up -surrounded by open water -noticeable to the public -lots of sightseers -sounds of water -sounds of birds -sounds of nearby fishermen -sound of boats -smell of fish

The Work of Art: Erie Land Lighthouse ,[object Object],-circular -made of sandstone -some parts covered in moss -well-kept, only a little weathered -rough texture -connected to small, square building -private residence nearby -surrounded by bright fall leaves -flowers and pumpkin displayed on steps -fairly tall -looked fairly new -smell of fresh air -smell of wet leaves -sounds of birds -sounds of water -sounds of nearby construction

Questions: Presque Isle Lighthouse -Why is it a private residence? -How long has it been standing? -How long has it been a private residence? -Is the lighthouse currently active? -Why did the architect construct it connected to a house? -Who lives in the residence? -How tall is the lighthouse? -How many steps lead to the top? -Is it useful for boats if it’s so far offshore and concealed?

Questions: North Pierhead Lighthouse ,[object Object],-Do the stripes mean something? -Are the stripes purposeful to boaters? -Is it active? -Is it owned by the US Coast Guard (since it’s on their property)? -Who maintains it? -How far does the light shine? -How old is it? -How many steps are inside? -How tall is it? -Is the surrounding water a high traffic area for boats? -Are there a lot of sightseers?

Questions: Erie Land Lighthouse ,[object Object],-Was the lighthouse recently restored? -Is sandstone a durable building material? -Do the people who live in the nearby private residence take care of the lighthouse? -Was the house built for the lighthouse keepers? -How many steps are inside? -Is it taller than the other Erie lighthouses? -Does the light still shine? -Who put up the pumpkin and flower display? -Is the lighthouse useful for boaters since it’s so far from the water?

Contextual Information: Presque Isle Lighthouse ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Historical: -established in 1873 -cost $15,000 -built to replace the Erie Land Lighthouse -made of brick, originally 40 feet tall, then increased to 57 -Charles Waldo was the first keeper

Contextual Information: North Pierhead Lighthouse ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Historical: -established in 1857 -had a red Fresnel lens until 1995 when it was given a modern flashing red light -cost $5,250 -made of cast iron, two stories tall -Samuel Foster was the first keeper

Contextual Information: Erie Land Lighthouse ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Historical: -established in 1818 -made of brick, now stands 56 feet -built to improve navigation on the Great Lakes -first American Lighthouse on the Great Lakes -John Bone was the first keeper

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