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When you are visiting the Florida Panhandle, take a day to visit the four remarkable lighthouses on the “Forgotten Coast”．
St. Marks Lighthouse
Constructed in 1842, it is located on the east side of the entrance to the St. Marks River. Over the years, oil, kerosene, and electricity have powered the lamp which could be seen up to 15 miles. In 1960, the light was automated. The tower is closed to climbing but the restored Keeper's Quarters are open the first Friday and Saturday of each month, 10 am4 pm.
Crooked River Lighthouse
The lighthouse stands on the mainland. It is open, weather permitting, for climbs Wednesday through Friday 11 am4pm, Saturday 9 am4 pm and Sunday 1 pm4 pm. The cost for climbing the lighthouse is $5 per person. All climbers must be at least 44 inches tall.
Cape St. George Lighthouse
It stands at the center of St. George Island. The beach erosion(侵蚀) caused its collapse on October 21, 2005. Dedicated volunteers saved more than 22，000 original bricks from the ruins and with community support and public and private funding, it was successfully rebuilt. The lighthouse is open daily except Thursday. Climbing fees are $5 for adults; $3 for children.The lighthouse and gift shop are open daily 10 am5pm(Sunday: noon5 pm; Thursday: closed).
Cape San Blas Lighthouse
It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2015. Tower climbs are available($5 for adults, $3 for children over 44 inches tall and under age 12). It is open for climbing Wednesday through Saturday 11 am5 pm. Call to ask about extended summer or holiday hours and be sure to visit its Sleeping Beauty Gift Shop, which offers a display of paintings of all Florida's lighthouses by Mary Alice Cullifer.
( )21. When can tourists visit the Keeper's Quarters of St. Marks Lighthouse?
A. At 3 pm, Feb 5, 2022. B. At 5 pm, Mar 12, 2022.
C. At 9 am, Feb 5, 2022. D. At 11 am, Mar 12, 2022.
( )22. What can we learn about Cape St. George Lighthouse?
A. It can be visited free of charge.
B. It was rebuilt with joint efforts.
C. It is open to visitors every day.
D. It is not accessible for children.
( )23. Which lighthouse allows extended hours?
A. St. Marks Lighthouse. B. Crooked River Lighthouse.
C. Cape St. George Lighthouse. D. Cape San Blas Lighthouse.
