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Sanibel Lighthouse
Title
Sanibel Lighthouse.
Abstract / Description
The Sanibel lighthouse stands on the beach behind the keepers' quarters, photo looking to the northwest from the tideline.
Date Issued
1970
Identifier
SW00001808, 50369, fgcu:21905
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Eastern Lighthouse Keepers' Quarters
Title
Eastern Lighthouse Keepers' Quarters.
Creator
United States Coast Guard
Abstract / Description
The eastern lighthouse keepers' quarters in 1943, with the submarine observation tower just beyond, a spotting scope is visible. The cistern destroyed in the 1944 hurricane is also evident.
Date Issued
1943
Identifier
SW00001792, 49682, fgcu:21889
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Keeper Quarters
Title
Keeper Quarters.
Creator
United States Coast Guard
Abstract / Description
A view from the Gulf of Mexico looking northeast to the eastern keeper quarters.
Identifier
SW00001798, 49496, fgcu:21895
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Lighthouse, Boathouse and Dock
Title
Lighthouse, Boathouse and Dock.
Creator
United States Coast Guard
Abstract / Description
A view from San Carlos Bay of the lighthouse, boathouse, and dock, looking south, probably in 1948 according to Lighthouse Keeper Bob England. Rails for the boats to be taken into the boathouse are visible, gasoline tanks are on the dock for the boat. Point Ybel or lighthouse point extends considerable farther to the east in this photo.
Date Issued
1948
Identifier
SW00001795, 50351, fgcu:21892
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Dock at Sanibel Lighthouse
Title
Dock at Sanibel Lighthouse.
Abstract / Description
The Sanibel lighthouse covered boat dock with the Coast Guard boat moored beneath.
Date Issued
1940
Identifier
SW00001813, 50399, fgcu:21910
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Wharf Pilings
Title
Wharf Pilings.
Abstract / Description
A view from the Gulf of Mexico looking northwest over the lighthouse compound, with pilings from Gulfside wharf remaining.
Date Issued
1943
Identifier
SW00001801, 49550, fgcu:21898
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Sanibel Lighthouse
Title
Sanibel Lighthouse.
Abstract / Description
A view of the Sanibel Lighthouse from the west through sea grapes and Australian pines.
Date Issued
1970
Identifier
SW00001804, 49586, fgcu:21901
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Group At The Dock of The Sanibel Lighthouse
Title
Group At The Dock of The Sanibel Lighthouse.
Abstract / Description
A group of people evidently meeting an incoming vessel at the dock of the Sanibel Lighthouse in the 1890s. The boathouse for the lightkeepers and its railway are alongside the dock, and the lighthouse and western keepers' quarters can be seen in the background.
Date Issued
1890
Identifier
SW00001805, 50294, fgcu:21902
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
The Stairway to the Lighthouse Tower
Title
The Stairway to the Lighthouse Tower.
Abstract / Description
The stairway to the lighthouse tower in August 1932.
Identifier
SW00001794, 50420, fgcu:21891
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
View Of The East End of Sanibel
Title
View Of The East End of Sanibel.
Abstract / Description
From offshore in the Gulf of Mexico, a panoramic view of the east end of Sanibel includes a significant amount of land at the tip that is currently eroded away, the lighthouse, and at the far left, the Palms Hotel, built and run by the Shanahan family.
Date Issued
1920
Identifier
SW00001699, 48212, fgcu:21814
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Back of Sanibel Lighthouse Tobacco Card
Title
Back of Sanibel Lighthouse Tobacco Card.
Abstract / Description
The Sanibel lighthouse and keepers' quarters as represented on a tobacco card, part of a series of fifty cards representing lighthouses. This is the back of the card with text.
Date Issued
1910
Identifier
SW00001812, 49856, fgcu:21909
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Newly Completed Quarters at the Sanibel Lighthouse Complex
Title
Newly Completed Quarters at the Sanibel Lighthouse Complex.
Abstract / Description
The newly completed quarters at the Sanibel lighthouse complex at the eastern end of the island. The lookout quarters accommodated the soldiers manning the submarine observation tower located on the shore next to the light. This building faces south toward the tower a short distance away.
Date Issued
1574
Identifier
SW00001787, 50048, fgcu:21884
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
The Newly Completed Quarters at the Sanibel Lighthouse Complex
Title
The Newly Completed Quarters at the Sanibel Lighthouse Complex.
Abstract / Description
The newly completed quarters at the Sanibel lighthouse complex at the eastern end of the island, looking west. The lookout quarters accommodated the soldiers manning the submarine observation tower located on the shore next to the light. The path leading toward the viewer goes to the submarine observation tower, from which this photo was likely taken.
Date Issued
1574
Identifier
SW00001788, 49898, fgcu:21885
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Eastern Lighthouse Keepers' Quarters
Title
Eastern Lighthouse Keepers' Quarters.
Creator
United States Coast Guard
Abstract / Description
The easternmost lighthouse keeper quarters before a storm carried away its cistern with a brick base and wooden tank. Gutters and piping run from the roof to the tank for collecting rainwater. The Gulfside stairs were also destroyed in 1940s storms. A portion of the light tower, other water tanks, and the oil house is visible behind the building.
Identifier
SW00001789, 50630, fgcu:21886
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Aerial View of the The Sanibel Lighthouse Complex
Title
Aerial View of the The Sanibel Lighthouse Complex.
Creator
United States Coast Guard
Abstract / Description
The Sanibel lighthouse complex at the eastern end of the island, looking north into San Carlos Bay. The keeper and assistant keeper and their families lived in the two mirror-image quarters. A cistern which collected rainwater from the roof can be seen beside the western quarters.
Date Issued
1962
Identifier
SW00001784, 50606, fgcu:21881
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
The Cement Path Leading North to the Boathouse and Dock
Title
The Cement Path Leading North to the Boathouse and Dock.
Abstract / Description
The cement path leading north to the boathouse and dock in the 1940s. The United States Coast Guard maintained the grounds and landscaping with coconut palms and trimmed vegetation, while the natural prairie grasses of the point grow just beyond.
Date Issued
1940
Identifier
SW00001790, 49637, fgcu:21887
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
The Old Submarine Observation Tower
Title
The Old Submarine Observation Tower.
Abstract / Description
The old submarine observation tower was built during World War II. The tower, keepers' quarters, and oil house also stand on Point Ybel.
Date Issued
1958
Identifier
SW00001806, 50552, fgcu:21903
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Sanibel Lighthouse
Title
Sanibel Lighthouse.
Creator
United States Coast Guard
Abstract / Description
A view from the Gulf of Mexico looking north to the Sanibel light and keepers' quarters.
Date Issued
1942
Identifier
SW00001797, 50660, fgcu:21894
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Storm Damage to the Sanibel Lighthouse Complex
Title
Storm Damage to the Sanibel Lighthouse Complex.
Abstract / Description
Storm damage, probably from the 1944 hurricane. The pumphouse is gone, foundation and pump remaining, and the foundation and supports for the elevated water tanks are damaged.
Date Issued
1944
Identifier
SW00001799, 50102, fgcu:21896
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Road Leading to the Lighthouse Complex
Title
Road Leading to the Lighthouse Complex.
Abstract / Description
A view along the road at the Gulf front leading to the lighthouse compound, with sea grapes, palms, and Australian pines lining the road.
Date Issued
1950
Identifier
SW00001803, 50186, fgcu:21900
Format
Image (JPEG2000)

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