Michigan City East Pierhead Lighthouse
Built in 1904, the Michigan City East Pierhead Lighthouse has become the most popular symbol of Michigan City, and is the only public operating lighthouse in Indiana. The elevated walkway, known as the "catwalk", was used by lighthouse keepers for 29 years to access the light tower. The catwalk, no longer in use, was threatened with demolition. Local citizens rallied and succeeded in saving this landmark structure. The pier is a favorite spot for fishing and watching sunsets. The lighthouse is especially photogenic in the winter when the walkway gets covered in a thick layer of ice. (Michigan City, Indiana, USA)
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