Mid-Atlantic Lighthouse Keepers

Mid-Atlantic Lighthouse Keepers are individuals responsible for maintaining and operating lighthouses along the Mid-Atlantic coast, ensuring they function properly to guide ships safely. Their duties include maintaining lights, lenses, and equipment, monitoring weather conditions, and sometimes performing repairs. While traditionally they worked on-site around the clock, many lighthouse functions are now automated, reducing the need for full-time keepers. Historically, these keepers played a vital role in maritime safety, preventing shipwrecks during fog, storms, or low visibility conditions. Today, some lighthouse keepers work in preservation or tourism roles, sharing the history and significance of these maritime landmarks.