7 Things to Know About Montauk Point Lighthouse

When a lot of people think of the Hamptons these days the first images that come to mind have to do with living life luxuriously. The area after all has become world famous for being a summer playground for the rich and famous just a short hop away from Manhattan.

What many probably do not realize however is just how historic the area is. One of the most iconic sites of the Hamptons is the Montauk Point Lighthouse which has quite the history. To give all potential visitors a quick history lesson I present to you "7 Things to Know About Montauk Point Lighthouse."

1. It was the first lighthouse in New York State.
2. Its Construction was authorized by George Washington and the Second United States Congress in 1792.
3. It is the fourth-oldest active lighthouse in the United States.
4. It is a National Historic Landmark in honor of the role it played in American Maritime History.
5. Construction on it was completed in November 1796 after it was started earlier that year.
6. There are 137 steps to the top of the tower.
7. Its light flashes every five seconds and can be seen for 19 nautical miles.

A lighthouse in the Hamptons that was commissioned by George Washington himself, who would have thought! Just for those that do not know, Montauk Point Lighthouse also marks the easternmost point of Long Island so once you have reached it you cannot journey any further.

Montauk itself is a pretty stereotypical beach town but is still a cool place to check out with a lot of resorts if you want to stay the weekend. The lighthouse is easy to find because it is the end of the island and it is in a state park where you can wander around during the day.

More information on the lighthouse can be found at MontaukLighthouse.com, which is also where I got my seven facts. For lovebirds that really are interested in history and the lighthouse you can even have your wedding there!

There's your little piece of history in a Hamptons' beach town. Montauk as a whole is certainly worth checking out on Eastern Long Island and so is the lighthouse, which is historic and also a beautiful site to see!