Rose Island Lighthouse

Rose Island Lighthouse is a historic lighthouse located off the coast of Newport, Rhode Island. Built in 1851, it served as a critical navigational aid for ships entering Newport Harbor, helping them avoid dangers and safely reach harbor outlets. The lighthouse is situated on Rose Island, a small island in Narragansett Bay, and features a brick tower with a lantern on top. It is now a preserved historic site, managed by the U.S. Coast Guard and the Rhode Island Historical Preservation & Heritage Commission, open to visitors who want to learn about maritime navigation and coastal history.