HERE’S HOW TO HONOR THIS ICONIC LOCAL TREASURE
Absecon Lighthouse, New Jersey’s tallest and the country’s third tallest masonry light, is celebrating the 164th anniversary of the lighting of the historic first-order Fresnel Lens, first lit on January 15, 1857. We normally attract a crowd with free cake and climbs, but this year, we need to stay safe, and so instead are asking for the community’s support to keep Atlantic City’s oldest historic structure and beacon shining for our residents and visitors. We are asking for your kind donation of $1.64, $16.40, or $160.40 (or any amount you choose, of course!). We are accepting donations through the month of January, to be mailed to 31 S. Rhode Island Ave., Atlantic City, NJ, 08401. Upon receipt, you will receive a personal thank you from our dear Abby commemorating your donation, as your kindness will be so appreciated!
Absecon Lighthouse is a state-owned historic property administered by the non-profit Inlet Public/Private Association. Located at 31 So. Rhode Island Avenue in Atlantic City, it is open to visitors Thursdays through Mondays, 11 am to 4 pm. For information call 609-449-1360 or visit www.abseconlighthouse.org.
