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Burnt Island Lighthouse

2023-01-24T17:03:54-05:00

Historic Information The federal government purchased the five-acre Burnt Island for $150 from Jacob Auld and Joseph McCobb. Located at the entrance to Boothbay Harbor, Burnt Island Lighthouse is Maine's oldest "original" tower because it has never been altered since its construction in 1821. The lighthouse is made from rough cut granite and is referred to as rubblestone. It is believed that the granite blocks were harvested from the cellar hole under the keeper's dwelling, a common practice instead of hauling building materials ashore. Even though it has withstood the test-of-time, a full restoration of the lighthouse, dwelling, [...]

Burnt Island Lighthouse2023-01-24T17:03:54-05:00

Sailors’ Valentines

2022-11-21T08:53:20-05:00

Sailors' Valentine A sailors' valentine is a form of shell-craft usually purchased by a sailor to bring home for a loved one. Made of numerous small shells glued to an octagonal-shaped base, it has a symmetrical design composed of small sea shells of various colors glued onto the backing. Patterns often feature a centerpiece shell, sentimental message or photograph, hence the name sailor valentine. Download

Sailors’ Valentines2022-11-21T08:53:20-05:00

Nautical Charts

2022-11-21T08:59:37-05:00

Nautical Charts In this activity, students explore the importance of nautical charts to navigation on ocean waters. A chart of locations can be downloaded online or purchased at NOAA or marine supply stores along with navigational tools needed to plot a course. Students learn to read the chart's major features after becoming familiar with its symbols. After this activity, students should be able to: Identify major features and read the essential symbols and information provided on nautical charts. Describe how using the information provided on nautical charts can help find your location and navigate on water. Plot a safe course from [...]

Nautical Charts2022-11-21T08:59:37-05:00

MAINE LIGHTHOUSE LICENSE

2022-11-15T18:40:14-05:00

Buy A Maine Lighthouse Plate & Support Lighthouse Preservation The Maine Lighthouse Trust was formed as a nonprofit to support the lighthouse community using funds collected from the purchase of a specialty license plate. LD266 “An Act to Create the Maine Lighthouse Trust Registration Plate” which was passed by the legislature and signed by Governor Mills on May 04, 2021 is officially law! The new plates have been produced and are available in all Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicle branch locations and city/town clerk offices (that offer plate services). For more information: www.mainelighthousetrust.org or email sean@mainelighthousetrust.org [...]

MAINE LIGHTHOUSE LICENSE2022-11-15T18:40:14-05:00

Creature Classification

2022-12-09T09:15:42-05:00

Creature Classification Dichotomous keys are used to identify and classify objects (i.e. people, animals, plants, bacteria, etc.) into specific categories based on their characteristics. It’s the most commonly used form of classification or type of identification key used in biology as it simplifies identifying unknown organisms. “Dichotomous” means divided into two parts, hence they present two choices based on key characteristics of the organism in each step. By correctly selecting the right choice at each stage, the user will be able to identify the name of the organism at the end. Students can understand the use of a dichotomous key [...]

Creature Classification2022-12-09T09:15:42-05:00

What’s Happening?

2023-08-23T07:56:23-04:00

What's Happening in these Photos? Using historic photographs of lighthouse keepers, describe what they are doing. Form an overall impression and then examine individual items by dividing the photo into quadrants. What new details become visible of people, objects, and activities? What questions does this photograph raise in your mind? Where could you find answers to them? Download

What’s Happening?2023-08-23T07:56:23-04:00

Sea Shanties

2023-02-12T13:07:51-05:00

Sea Shanties Sea shanties are songs or chants used on ships  to synchronize the men on board ships as they worked. The rhythmic cadence of the shanty was necessary when a strong unified force was needed when pulling anchor or raising sails. The songs also brought a feeling of solidarity to the crew and uplifted the spirits of the sailors. Download Portland Town Schooner Fare sings about Maine's oldest lighthouse station - Portland Head Light. Squid Jiggin' Ground Written by Arthur Scammell (1928) and sung by Schooner Fare, [...]

Sea Shanties2023-02-12T13:07:51-05:00

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