The Marker
The lighthouse was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973. In 1967 the daughters of the American Colonists placed a marker on the lighthouse grounds with the names of all the lighthouse keepers inscribed thereon.
Broken Bullseye
A bar over one of the glass bullseye's in the lens is a reminder of dreadful September night in 1928. One of Jupiter's many hurricanes struck that night. The tower swayed an incredible seven inches and the priceless bullseye blew out, but the light did not fail. The next day it was salvaged by Capt. Charles Seabrook and carefully reassembled to survive to this day.
The Building
The lighthouse is an inland light and stands tall at 105 feet. For the first fifty years of its life the exterior was natural brick. Because of dampness it was coated with red art cement. The walls are 31 1/2 inches thick at the foundation and 18 inches of solid masonary on the main tower. The original cost was $60,859.98, twice the original budget, some things have never changed.
The Bearings
Jupiter's lens is unique in Florida, in that it is linked to the vent ball via a vent tube. A set of bearings ensures a close fit between the lens and the vent tube.
Tomorrow
The lighthouse stands here today and will stand in place for your grandchildren because of you. Donations keep the lighthouse going, from the quarter that pays for one bricks mortar to the thousand dollars that keeps it open for a week. By visiting us you contribute, if you would like to help ensure that the light keeps burning,
The End