The $1.1 million project, called the Cape Henry Lighthouse Dune and Base Stabilization Construction Project, added brick pavers to the pedestrian plaza, which is now surrounded by a metal railing.

The new Cape Henry Lighthouse, built in 1881, is still in service and is usually not open to the public. Visitors can climb the steps of both and take advantage of family activities on the grounds ...

VIRGINIA BEACH When early Americans needed a lighthouse in the late 1700s, they picked the tallest sand dune on the beach’s northernmost point and started laying down bricks. Soon the Revolut… ...

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WVEC) — VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WVEC) — Restoration crews are getting ready to start work on the Cape Henry Lighthouse. They will work to stabilize the top of the dune and ...

The ‘new’ Cape Henry Lighthouse — built in 1881 — will open Monday for National Lighthouse Day. Colin Warren-Hicks, The Virginian-Pilot. Sun, August 6, 2023 at 5:14 PM UTC.