Built in 1882, the Stamford Harbor Lighthouse stands as a classic example of a sparkplug lighthouse, a design common among American lighthouses constructed between the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Traditional sparkplug lighthouses included a canopy over the main galley deck, both to shield it from harsh elements and to collect fresh rainwater for

Before any significant cleanup or restoration could begin on the Stamford Harbor Lighthouse, a new staircase and exterior landings had to be rebuilt from scratch. The old staircase, along with the upper and lower landings, had deteriorated over the years, creating a major safety hazard and making it impossible for workers and volunteers to safely

SHLP Co-Founders Gary Kalan and Brendan McGee share their findings from the first visual inspection of the Stamford Harbor Lighthouse. Historic Gateway At the gates of Stamford Harbor stands a historic but deteriorated 142-year-old lighthouse that we believe should be restored to reflect the vibrant and prosperous harbor city of Stamford CT. In late 2023,

Stamford Advocate | Ignacio Laguarda STAMFORD — Stamford's ancient "gateway to the harbor" and most famous navigational aid for boats now needs some help of its own. The Stamford Lighthouse, also known as the Ledge Obstruction Light or Chatham Rock Light, is recognizable to anyone who has sailed in and around the city's harbor or

CT Examiner | Angela Carella STAMFORD – Repairing a lighthouse is a huge undertaking that starts with baby steps. Gary Kalan took one this month. He appeared before the Stamford Harbor Management Commission to ask for a certificate of permission – which he needed so he could request actual permission from the state Department of

CT Examiner | Angela Carella STAMFORD – Lighthouses are loved for the beauty of their settings and the valor of their purpose – to guide and protect seafarers. In Stamford Harbor, though, it’s the lighthouse that needs safeguarding. The cast-iron tower on Chatham Rock, forged in Boston 140 years ago, is badly rusted. Situated near