Eastern Home & Travel July/August 2017 | Page 16

Take a vacation on any American coastline and you are bound to see a lighthouse. From the rocky shores of Maine to the shallow waters of the Chesapeake Bay, lighthouses stand as symbols of safety. They are memorialized in Edward Hopper paintings, emblazoned on vacation postcards and serve as the backdrop for cheerful family photos. However, these seemingly enduring landmarks are under constant threat. 16 EASTERN HOME & TRAVEL