The original 1894, Grosse Ile lighthouse resembled a water tower on stilts as it was constructed on wooden pilings along with a 170 foot walkway to shore. It was rebuilt in 1906, and this is the classic white structure we know today. The interior of the lighthouse is paneled with old-fashioned tongue and groove varnished pine. A handsome circular wooden staircase climbs to the top. The Society was given the responsibility to preserve and maintain the lighthouse, and to that end they have established a Lighthouse Preservation Fund.
Donations are always welcome and needed for continuing maintenance.
Checks should be made out to the Grosse Ile Historical Society and mailed to P.O. Box 131, Grosse Ile, Michigan 48138.