Ferryland Head Light is an active lighthouse on Avalon Peninsula, southeast of the village of Ferryland, Newfoundland and Labrador. It is situated at the end of a long peninsula that juts into the sea.

History

This lighthouse was built in 1871. It is a 14-metre tall cylindrical tower, painted red. Atop is a white lantern, a gallery, and a red roof. It was originally made of brick, but, since 1892, has been encased with iron. The lantern flashes white every six seconds. The original light has been replaced, and is now part of a display at the Ferryland Museum.

Ferryland Head Light

In August 2012, the Town of Ferryland became the new owners of this lighthouse. It is managed by the Irish Loop Development Board.

Ferryland Head Light

Keepers

Michael Kearney 1871-1882

William Costello 1882-1905

John William Costello 1905-1927

Augustan Costello 1927-1939

William "Billy" Costello 1939-1970

See also

List of lighthouses in Newfoundland and Labrador

List of lighthouses in Canada

References

External links

Aids to Navigation Canadian Coast Guard

Lighthouses completed in 1871

Lighthouses in Newfoundland and Labrador

1871 establishments in Canada

Historic buildings and structures in Newfoundland and Labrador

Ferryland Head Light