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Avery Point Lighthouse - APLS |
| The Avery Point Lighthouse Society was formed in February 2000 with
the goal of saving, restoring, relighting and functionally maintaining the
Avery Point Lighthouse located on the University of Connecticut's Avery
Point campus in Groton, Connecticut. The Society is a Chapter of the
American Lighthouse Foundation (ALF) of Wells, Maine. We are a nonprofit
organization comprised of ordinary citizens from southeastern Connecticut
who are working closely with representatives of the University of
Connecticut and staff members of ALF toward the common goal of saving,
restoring and relighting the Avery Point Lighthouse.
Lack of maintenance as well as exposure to weather throughout the years has caused significant damage and deterioration to the lighthouse (Click Here for Picture) . Complete restoration will have to be completed to bring it back to it's original condition. PLEASE HELP SAVE THIS LIGHTHOUSE YOUR HELP IS URGENTLY NEEDED!!! Although the first phase of work to restore this lighthouse has begun, it is only the beginning. Back in the year 2000 it was estimated that the cost to restore this lighthouse was $125,000. Now, just three years later, the costs have risen to over $350,000. The Avery Point Lighthouse Society (APLS), through its tireless efforts, has raised approximately $250,000. This leaves a balance to be raised of over $100,000. Your help is urgently needed to save this historic maritime lighthouse. Remember, this is not only the last lighthouse built in the State of Connecticut, but more significantly, it is the only lighthouse built as a memorial to all other lighthouses and light keepers. Won’t you please help us in raising the additional funds necessary to ensure completion of this historic restoration project? The Avery Point Lighthouse Society is continuing its exciting fundraising program called "Brick 'buy' Brick You Can Help Save a Lighthouse". All of you lighthouse lovers and supporters now have a chance to purchase and personalize a memorial brick (see photo) that will become a permanent part of the landscaped walkway leading up to the lighthouse (see photo) and apron around the lighthouse. All profits go directly toward the restoration and relighting of the Avery Point Lighthouse, the only lighthouse reported to have been built as a memorial to all other lighthouses and light keepers. Don't miss this special opportunity to dedicate a special brick or to remember loved ones with a personalized brick. They make excellent gifts for weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, and memorials. A "Certificate of Participation" will be issued immediately upon receipt of your brick order. For a copy of the order form (click here) |
