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Located on an island in the Outer Banks, the 210-foot Cape Hatteras Light was erected in 1870.
It was situated a safe distance of 1,500 feet away from the water when it was first built, but the shoreline gradually eroded, and by 1999 the lighthouse was only 15 feet away from the shore.
The city was forced to move the structure to preserve it, and it exceeded expectations by remaining in great condition.
There is a Visitors Center and Museum located right next to the lighthouse, which showcase a number of exhibits about the history of the area.
46368 Lighthouse Rd, Buxton, NC 27920, Phone: 252-475-9000
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