Cleveland Harbor Lighthouse Free Transfer, Built 1910

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April 16, 2026
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GSA Seeks to Transfer Cleveland Harbor Lighthouse to Eligible Community Organizations

CLEVELAND – The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) announced today that eligible organizations can acquire the historic Cleveland Harbor West Pierhead Lighthouse at no cost through the National Historic Lighthouse Preservation Act (NHLPA) of 2000.

Built in 1910, this brick lighthouse at the entrance to Cleveland Harbor offers stunning skyline views and exceptional potential for transformation into a museum, educational center, or cultural venue. The property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and designated as a City of Cleveland landmark.

“GSA is dedicated to the responsible stewardship of our nation’s assets, and that includes preserving significant landmarks like the Cleveland Harbor West Pierhead Light,” said Acting Public Building’s Service Commissioner Andrew Heller. “The National Historic Lighthouse Preservation Act underscores our commitment to ensuring that these important pieces of our maritime heritage continue to serve as community resources, delivering long-term value and preserving their legacy for the enjoyment and education of future generations.”

Who Can Apply:

• Federal, state, and local agencies
• Nonprofit organizations

• Educational institutions and community development organizations
  Eligible Uses:

• Educational programs

• Park and recreational activities

• Cultural events

• Historic preservation
  This rare opportunity allows qualified organizations to preserve Cleveland’s maritime heritage while creating lasting benefits for the community at no acquisition cost. The lighthouse is a four-story brick tower sheathed in wood which includes a basement, a galley on the first floor, and living quarters on the second, third, and fourth floors.

For complete property details and application information, eligible organizations should review the Notice of Availability.

About GSA: GSA provides centralized procurement and shared services for the federal government. GSA manages a nationwide real estate portfolio of approximately 360 million rentable square feet, oversees more than $126 billion in products and services via federal contracts, and delivers technology services to millions of people across dozens of federal agencies. GSA’s mission is to deliver exceptional customer experience and value in real estate, acquisition, and technology services to the government and the American people. For more information, visit GSA.gov and follow us at @USGSA.

Contact
press@gsa.gov

Last updated: Apr 16, 2026

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