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The US Congress recognized the day in honor of lighthouses and it is celebrated all around the US.
National Lighthouse Day is a nation-specific day. It can be celebrated by anyone from any state in the United States.
The day was recognized during the celebration of the 200th anniversary of the signing of the Act that was commissioned in support of lighthouses. Therefore, August 7, 1989, is recognized as National Lighthouse Day.
On August 7, 1989, during the 200th anniversary of the signing of the Act that supports federal lighthouses, buoys, and beacons, Congress passed a resolution that designated this day as National Lighthouse Day.
The first known lighthouse dates back to 300 and 280 BC in Pharos, Alexandria, Egypt. But the first lighthouses in America did not come into existence until the 17th century.
On this day, all lighthouse organizations across the country are encouraged to conduct lighthouse tours, programs, and activities. This is a fitting way to commemorate and spread the importance of America's rich maritime heritage and its historic structures.
Start your day by visiting your nearby lighthouses, and if you are within driving distance of any coast, today is the best day to make a trip to one of the beautiful lighthouses.
The day was recognized to honor and support the lighthouse organization. So, on this day, consider making a small donation to its operating organization to continue providing public access.
Additionally, you can always volunteer for painting or renovation work in the lighthouse. Or take a photograph of a lighthouse and give that to a relative who has a collection of lighthouse postcards.
La Coruna in Spain, the oldest lighthouse in existence, dates back to 20 BC, which is older than the existence of National Lighthouse Day.
On August 7, the US Congress signed an Act that supports lighthouse organizations in the country. President George Washington signed the public law, and Sen. John H. Chaffee of Rhode Island sponsored the joint resolution with the House of Representatives, William J. Hughes. Exactly 200 years later, on August 7, 1989, Congress passed a resolution to mark August 7 as National Lighthouse Day.
The US is recognized as the country with the largest number of lighthouses, boasting over 700 lighthouses. No reason would be more convincing for observing a national day for lighthouses in the US.
All you need to do is tour lighthouses near you or plan a road trip to lighthouses on every coast and learn about this big day.
Lighthouses are built to serve as navigation aids and warn ships or boats of dangerous areas.
The first lighthouse in America was in Boston on Little Brewster Island in 1716, which was destroyed and eventually reconstructed in 1784.
In lighthouses, the system of rotating lenses is replaced by a high-intensity light in a way that widely emits omnidirectional flashes, concentrating the light in time rather than direction.
Lighthouses symbolize the historic establishment of lighthouses and their most scenic and majestic views. They have comforted travelers for centuries, guiding them and keeping them safe.
The day aims to recognize the importance of lighthouses in maritime navigation and for providing ships with a safe harbor during bad weather.
National Lighthouse Day shares its day with Purple Heart Day, International Assistance Dog Week, and American Family Day.
| Date | Day |
|---|---|
| August 07, 2021 | Saturday |
| August 07, 2022 | Sunday |
| August 07, 2023 | Monday |
| August 07, 2024 | Wednesday |
| August 07, 2025 | Thursday |
https://www.lighthousefoundation.org/national-lighthouse-day/
https://nationaltoday.com/national-lighthouse-day/
https://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-lighthouse-day-august-7/
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At Kidadl we pride ourselves on offering families original ideas to make the most of time spent together at home or out and about, wherever you are in the world. We strive to recommend the very best things that are suggested by our community and are things we would do ourselves - our aim is to be the trusted friend to parents.
We try our very best, but cannot guarantee perfection. We will always aim to give you accurate information at the date of publication - however, information does change, so it’s important you do your own research, double-check and make the decision that is right for your family.
Kidadl provides inspiration to entertain and educate your children. We recognise that not all activities and ideas are appropriate and suitable for all children and families or in all circumstances. Our recommended activities are based on age but these are a guide. We recommend that these ideas are used as inspiration, that ideas are undertaken with appropriate adult supervision, and that each adult uses their own discretion and knowledge of their children to consider the safety and suitability.
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