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Eldred Rock Lighthouse Reopens to Public
Alaska’s oldest original lighthouse, Eldred Rock, is finally opening to the public after six years of heroic restoration — and it’s not without drama. Volunteers braved rough seas to finish last-minute projects, only to be thwarted by weather that left supplies behind. Built in 1906 after a deadly shipwreck, the lighthouse has been lovingly revived by the Eldred Rock Lighthouse Preservation Association, who’ve poured over $600,000 into the effort. Former keeper Ralph Crane, who started his career there at 19, plans to attend the grand opening — a moving testament to the dedication of those who kept the light burning in isolation. Even after the keepers left in 1973, sea otters moved in — leaving a furry mess in the attic that volunteers had to clean before tackling lead paint. The restored lighthouse will host educational events, artist retreats, and tours to fund future work, while a federal contractor will tackle contaminated soil this fall — bringing this remote icon back to life, one stubborn challenge at a time. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/371a0e0b70dfad03
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