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Managing Organization:
Belle Isle Park
Telephone: 313-852-4075
Website: http://www.ci.detroit.mi.us/recreation/centers/M/belle_isle/belleM.htm
Contact Address Information:
Jefferson Ave and Grand Blvd
Detroit
Michigan, 48215, United States
Notes:
This tower was built as a memorial to William Livingstone, who was the president of the Lake Carriers' Association from 1902 to 1925. It was built for $100,000, mostly from private donors. It was built primarily as a memorial, but also serves as an active aid to navigation.
Tower Height: 58
Height of Focal Plane: 50
Description of Tower: White marble, Art Deco tower.
This light is operational
Date Present Tower Built: 1930
Date Deactivated: 1930
Current Use: Active aid to navigation, memorial.
Open To Public? Grounds only.
Directions:
Belle Isle Park is located in Detroit two miles E of the Renaissance Center at Jefferson Ave. and Grand Blvd. Foot paths lead to the lighthouse. The park is open daily from 6 a.m.to 10 p.m.
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