Seul Choix Pointe Lighthouse

Seul Choix Pointe Lighthouse This light is the only active light on the north shore of Lake Michigan. It has been in continuous operation since it was completed in 1895.

It is 78 feet tall and has 96 stairs to the top of the tower. Pronounced Sis-Shwa which means "only choice". On September 5, 1895, the entire complex was complete. The project consisted of a tower, family quarters, a steam fog signal and boiler house, stable, boathouse, two docks, two oil houses, brick outhouse, paint shed and a tramway, which was used to transport supplies from the boats up the s

lope to the light. The white tower stood seventy-nine feet, nine inches tall. Since the light had to be lit manually, a light keeper was needed to constantly check the light. The ten-sided cast iron lantern room held a Third Order Fresnel lens, made by LaPaute of Paris. The keeper's house was a two-story brick building with bowed ends and a gabled roof. In 1925, an additional living quarters was added on to the rear of the house and displays solid copper moldings. The Seul Choix Point Lighthouse has represented peacefulness and a place of refuge during the changing times. The Native Americans and fur traders sought safety in the harbor while fishermen and loggers depended on its resources for their livelihood. Sailors relied on the peace of mind brought by the light and fog signal. Today, the trashing and shipping industries need the light as a navigational aid. The lighthouse - still fully operational - symbolizes the roots of many area families. Through the renovation and preservation of the Point, the value of history will be shared with all those who visit the memorable Seul Choix Point.

Lightkeeper Joseph W. Townshend's G Grandchildren were at the Seul Choix Pointe Lighthouse for their annual visit. Noti...
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Lightkeeper Joseph W. Townshend's G Grandchildren were at the Seul Choix Pointe Lighthouse for their annual visit. Notice how much John and Nancy look like their Grandpa.

Lady Washington sank off the Seul Choix Pointe, 1890
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Lady Washington sank off the Seul Choix Pointe, 1890

Kate Winslow sank off the Seul Choix Pointe, 1897
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Kate Winslow sank off the Seul Choix Pointe, 1897

Flora Belle, early Seul Choix Pointe school teacher
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Flora Belle, early Seul Choix Pointe school teacher

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VINTAGE YO-YO QUILT DONATION BY ANNE RZANCA ON THE UPSTAIRS CHILDRENS TOY BEDROOM BED.
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VINTAGE YO-YO QUILT DONATION BY ANNE RZANCA ON THE UPSTAIRS CHILDRENS TOY BEDROOM BED.

Address

905S Seul Choix Pointe Road
Gulliver, MI
49840

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm

Telephone

(906) 283-3183

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