Plum goes inside the nearly 70 foot-tall lighthouse that's been standing at Sankaty Head since 1850. The lighthouse was originally built by the U.S Federal Government, and is now maintained by both the Coast Guard and The 'Sconset Trust. Built of mostly brick and granite, Sankaty Lighthouse is still a Coast Guard aid to navigation. Bob Felch, president of The 'Sconset Trust, explains some of the history behind the lighthouse that stands on the highest headland in southeastern New England. With 80 feet to spare to the eroding ocean cliff's edge, however, the famous lighthouse will soon have to be moved by professional engineers.
We visited the Whaling
We visited the Whaling Museum on Nantuket Island and saw part of a video on the moving of the Sankaty Light. Time restricted us from viewing the whole video at the time. Was it your video? And, if so, can I get a copy?
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