An Inside Glimpse of Thomas Point Lighthouse Historytesttest
Great August 4 article on the Bay’s beacons and guardians for
safety. The city of Annapolis holds title to the Thomas Point
Light. When I was mayor, I was fortunate to sign the special
papers for transfer from the federal government to the city with
the Secretary of the Interior in a ceremony at City Dock. Saving
the lighthouse by the city was controversial with the Council,
several opining it would cost us money. I visited Rose Island
Light in Newport, Rhode Island, owned by that city. In 30 years,
they had not spent any money. Management was under a non-profit
that raised funds for its upkeep. We used the same model. The
city holds title to protect the lighthouse. A consortium of Bay
lighthouse volunteers, including the Annapolis Maritime Museum,
are the keepers of the light. I feel privileged to have been a
part of this transaction and to have my name on the deed.
Thought you would be interested in the rest of the story on
Thomas Point Light, a r