Lighthouse

Historical marker location:

6000 Shelburne Road (US Hwy 7), Shelburne, Vermont

1871 Colchester Point, Lake Champlain, Vermont. Moved to Museum: 1952.

Vermont was once a leading producer of marble: In the 19th century, Vermont was one of the leading producers of marble in the United States. The state's marble quarries produced high-quality marble that was used in buildings across the country, including the U.S. Capitol building and the New York Public Library.