The fourth phase of the Cana Island Lighthouse restoration project is complete. River Architects collaborated to restore the keeper’s quarters and light tower, which were deteriorated by Wisconsin weather.
In the keeper’s residence, all wood flooring, plaster walls, and ceilings were restored, including removing many layers of modern wallpaper. Updated electrical and HVAC systems were also installed. The light tower’s lantern, lamp deck, watch room, and deck received appropriate paint and restoration. Plaster was removed from the tower to expose original Cream City brick.
The Cana Island Light Station has illuminated the Lake Michigan coastline of Door County for more than 146 years. The Keeper’s Residence and Light Tower were constructed on the remote 8.7-acre site in 1869 of Cream City brick. The Station complex grew over the years to include a privy, oil house, and storage shed. The Light Station was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1976.
