Managing Organization:
National Trust of South Australia
Website: http://www.nationaltrustsa.org.au/properties/kingston_cape_jaffa.htm
Email:
Contact Address Information:
P.O. Box 8147
Station Arcade
Adelaide, SA 5000
Australia
Notes:
In 1973 this lighthouse was replaced by the Robe Lighthouse. It was dismantled at its offshore location and reassembled in Kingston, where it now serves as a museum.
Tower Height: 135
Description of Tower: Red iron skeletal tower with central cylinder, white lantern, and integral living quarters; originally on screwpile foundation.
This light is not operational
Date Established: 1872
Date Present Tower Built: 1872
Tower Moved?
1974-75
Date Deactivated: 1973
Current Use: Museum.
Open To Public? Yes.
Museum?
The museum is open on holidays and by appointment; call (08) 8767-2979.
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