Government Island Historic District

Border St.
Cohasset, Massachusetts

Government Island Historic District is located in Norfolk County, Massachusetts certified as a historic location on Thursday May 12, 1994. This location is a protected historic place because of historical significance relating to Government, Domestic, Transportation, more specifically a Public Works, Multiple Dwelling, Water-Related. Government Island Historic District was nominated by as a historic location by State Government based on Architecture/Engineering, Event and its significance in Architecture, Maritime History, Engineering.

Government Island Historic District Information

Other Name: Minot's Ledge Lighthouse Shore Station, Gulf Island;US Light
Ownership Type: Local
Type of Resource: District
Historically Significant Years Associated With This Location: 1855, 1860
Level of Governmental Significance: State, Local
Architect, builder, or engineer: Totten, Joseph G.; Alexander, Barton S.
Restricted Archeological Site: Not Listed as a Restricted Site