We’re thrilled to share that the Stamford Harbor Lighthouse Project was recently featured in the Summer issue of Stamford Magazine. In an article that highlights the growth and transformation of Stamford Harbor, we are honored that the Stamford Harbor Lighthouse — and the ongoing efforts to preserve it — were included as part of the

We’re thrilled to share that the Stamford Harbor Lighthouse Project was recently featured on News 12 Connecticut! The segment highlights the inspiring story of Co-Founders Gary Kalan and Brendan McGee, who joined forces to save this iconic landmark. The article shares their journey, from purchasing the lighthouse in 2023 to founding the Stamford Harbor Lighthouse

As part of the ongoing Stamford Harbor Lighthouse restoration project, we’re proud to announce another exciting milestone — the upgrade of the lighthouse’s Aid to Navigation beacon. The navigation beacon, a classic Tideland ML-300 light, has guided mariners safely into Stamford Harbor for decades. First introduced 1967, the ML-300 became renowned for its reliability and

After over a century in service and continuous exposure to the elements, with little to no maintenance for the last 40 years, the Stamford Harbor Lighthouse is badly in need of structural reinforcement. Fortunately, we're already in the process of making essential repairs to the lighthouse caisson. Stamford Lighthouse Caisson Deterioration After Years of

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

Once the new staircase and landings were installed at Stamford Harbor Lighthouse, providing safe access, we got to work on removing decades of waste and debris. After 140 years of use — and over 40 years without active maintenance — a thorough cleanup was essential to clear the way for the next steps in the

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