Virginia Beach - Old Cape Henry Lighthouse

 
The Old Cape Henry Lighthouse in Virginia Beach played an important role in the navigational safety of the United States. Built in 1791, the Old Cape Henry Lighthouse opened up the Chesapeake Bay area to safe navigation. Note that to access the lighthouse visitors must first pass through the Fort Story Military Base.

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Hours:
March 16 to October 31: 10am-5pm
November 1 to March 15: 10am-4pm
Always closed on: New Year's Day (January 1), Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November ), New Year's Eve (December 31), Christmas - Christian (December 25), Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24)

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