Brilliant Beacons: A History of the American Lighthouse
Date and Time
Saturday Apr 30, 2016
3:00 PM - 3:00 PM EDT
Location
27 Pleasant St, Gloucester, Ma 01930
The Museum is located in the heart of downtown Gloucester, one block north from Main Street and one short block east of City Hall and the Sawyer Free Library. Metered parking is available in the public lot across from the Museum.
Gloucester is also easily accessible by public transportation on the MBTA commuter rail, which connects Cape Ann directly with the greater Boston area and beyond. From Boston's North Station, take the Newburyport/Rockport line to the Gloucester stop; the Museum is a short walk (0.4 miles) from the train station.
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Description
Author Eric Jay Dolin will discuss his most recent book, Brilliant Beacons (due out on April 18), which traces the evolution of America's lighthouse system, highlighting the political, military and technological battles fought to illuminate the nation's coastlines. The talk will include remarks on the Thacher Island Fresnel lens, which can be seen in the Museum's maritime galleries. Following the program, Dolin will be available to sign copies of his book, for sale in the Museum Shop. This program is $15 for CAM members / $20 for non-members (includes Museum admission). Space is limited; reservations required. For more information, email us at info@capeannmuseum.org. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Museum at 978-283-0455 x10 or online at Eventbrite.
