Lighthouses have been built in epic locations around the world, from volcanoes to sand dunes. The Tower of Hercules in Spain is the oldest operating lighthouse in the world. Some of these lighthouses, ...

Shine a light on history with National Lighthouse Day, as historic beacons across the United States take center stage in celebrations honoring their maritime legacy. Observed annually on Aug. 7, the ...

One of three National Park Service lighthouses on North Carolina’s Outer Banks has opened to climbers for spring and fall. The 1848 Bodie Island Lighthouse, in Nags Head, opened Friday for daily, self ...

A famous lighthouse in the North Bay will be off limits for some time. The Point Bonita Lighthouse in Marin County is closed indefinitely for maintenance. The lighthouse itself isn't the issue. Crews ...