Name/Title
EcoLite Electric LanternEntry/Object ID
2018.40.1Description
EcoLite - portable battery-powered electric railroad style lantern manufactured by Economy Electric Lantern Company, Sturgeon Bay. Body has two lights, one on top and the other facing forward; the plastic lenses of both lights are clear and colorless. Four position switch on back. The black plastic (or hard rubber) handle and the base are both attached to the body at the same point, about midway between top and bottom. Body and stand appear to be made of aluminum.Collection
elCataloged By
Bill RiceAcquisition
Accession
2018.40Source or Donor
Carl BridenhagenAcquisition Method
GiftLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Secondary Object Term
Lantern, ElectricNomenclature Primary Object Term
LanternNomenclature Sub-Class
Lighting DevicesNomenclature Class
Lighting EquipmentNomenclature Category
Category 02: FurnishingsSearch Terms
lighting, non-electric, portable, businesses in: Sturgeon Bay, manufacturing, Economy Electric Lantern CompanyDimensions
Dimension Notes
Height from base to extended handle - 12.5"
Height of body only - 6.5"
Diameter of lantern body - 3.25"
Diameter of front lens - 4.25"Location
Location
Shelf
ramp shelfRoom
lower levelCategory
PermanentDate
September 26, 2025Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Bridenhagen, CarlCreate Date
November 10, 2018Update Date
August 12, 2026
