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Close To Home, A World Away
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A HISTORIC PLACE
History around every corner
Lighting the Way
The 135-year old Southeast lighthouse,
an iconic landmark, was moved 250 feet
to save it from tumbling over the eroding
bluffs.
Photo by Michael Melford
The Island's Historical
Society contains more than
2,000 items chronicling
the Island's rich history. The
society's museum is open
regularly during the summer
and by appointment during
the rest of the year.
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