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The cylindrical tower is 39 feet tall, but sits on a dune. It is attached to the Lighthouse keepers
house, which was upgraded to an attractive gambrel roof design. Point Betsie is said to be one of
America's most photographed lighthouses. Because of its picturesque form and location, it is often
the subject of photographs and drawings. Even needlepoint illustrations have been rendered.
Point Betsie Lighthouse and Station * 1858
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