This is the old lighthouse at Cape Spear.  It was built by local builders in 1836 and is Newfoundland's oldest surviving lighthouse.  It is of a common lighthouse design typical of other east coast Canadian lighthouses.  The light was imported from a lighthouse in Scotland, and in 1912 was replaced with modern equipment.  In 1955 the light was transfered to the new concrete lighthouse.  The lighthouse was much altered in the 19th century and has been restored to it's original appearance.  In 1983 Cape Spear was dedicated as a National Park by Prince Charles and Princess Diana.  <--Previous  Next-->  Index