Name/Title
Lighthouse modelEntry/Object ID
2025.34.01Description
Painted wood (predominately) model of the Kalamazoo Lighthouse by California craftsperson David Michels. The model is mounted on an phenolic plywood base with rubber feet and rock landscaping. Underneath the base is a small electrical switch to illuminate the light.
The model was built as a birdhouse. The windows on the front and rear are the bird access ports. The roof lifts off revealing several 'rooms', as well as the replaceable battery bank for the LED light mechanism.
It was designed and built to weather the outdoor Michigan climate.
According to the builder David Michels, "It was constructed in December, 2013 as a gift for a member of my wife's family who's house in Douglass we visited in August of that same year."
The siding is painted white with the "1895" sign on the front facade. The roof is red. The donation includes printed pages about the lighthouse from the website "Seeing the Light." http://www.terrypepper.com/lights/michigan/kalamazoo/Context
An example of the lighthouse's enduring fascination.Collection
NauticalCataloged By
Winthers, SallyAcquisition
Accession
2025.34Source or Donor
Frayne, RichardAcquisition Method
Donation, unconditionalLexicon
Search Terms
light house, Saugatuck light, Saugatuck lighthouseDimensions
Height
19 inWidth
12 inLength
16 inLocation
Building
2nd floor archivesRelationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Kalamazoo Lighthouses 1839/1858/1956-presentCreate Date
August 26, 2025Update Date
October 21, 2025
