Keeper's House Exterior Restoration is Completed - Dec. 2011
Several summer and fall months of extensive restoration of the exterior of Wood Island Lighthouse's Keeper's House finally concluded in early December. This project, the largest undertaking in FOWIL history, restored the exterior of the keeper's house to it's 1906 appearance. The most dramatic change in this restoration was the removal of the enclosed porch for the return of the open air porch. The work also included replacing all the siding and roofing material, strengthening foundations, restoring the two chimneys, placing new security screens, and replacing the roof on the house-to-tower connector. Pictures from this project may be viewed by clicking here.
Looking forward to 2012, FOWIL is excited to move forward with the next restoration projects that move FOWIL closer to the goal of the complete restoration of Wood Island Light. These projects include: replacing the siding on the exterior of the house-to-tower connector, restoring/replacing the Keeper's House windows, refurbishing the interior and exterior of the lantern room, and replacing the boat-house garage door.
Please considering making a donation by mail or online to support these important restoration projects.
American Lighthouse
Foundation Member
