The oldest lighthouse site in the country - the Boston Light - sits here within the Boston Harbor. Given the extensive maritime history of the area, it is not surprising that navigational aids within the harbor date from many different time periods. Of the many major navigational aids built in Boston Harbor, only a few still remain in what is now the Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park:
SEE BOSTON'S LIGHTHOUSESTake a Lighthouse CruiseAnother major navigational aid, Minot’s Ledge Light, is not actually in Boston Harbor but is part of the historical lore associated with navigational aids in the harbor and therefore merits consideration as part of the historical context of those aids. In addition, there are several non-extant aids that contribute to understanding park resources:
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Last updated: February 7, 2025