Grosse Point Light Station

This picture was taken off Sheridan Road in Evanston, Illinois.  The citizens of Evanston petitioned the government in 1860 to build a light station as a result of the many maritime disasters from the hazardous shoals in the area.  The Grosse Point Light Station was finally constructed and completed in 1873, although the lamp was not illuminated until March of 1874.  The Lighthouse is now operated by the Lighthouse Park District of Evanston, Illinois.  One can only take tours of the light station on Saturdays and Sundays from June to September, however.