The exhibit, which will run through Jan. 19, works like a juried art show except that the thousands of Maritime Aquarium visitors are the jury.
Visitors can follow the homemade beacons through the galleries and cast a vote for their favorite. The lighthouse that gets the most votes wins $1,500.
“Each year we are amazed by the time and effort that our contestants put into their lighthouses,” Judith Bacal, the Aquarium’s exhibits director said. “The bar gets raised every year on design and craftsmanship. In turn, having all these smart and creative pieces of art on display only makes the experience of visiting The Maritime Aquarium during the holiday season even more engaging, enjoyable and memorable.”
The 2014 “Festival of Lighthouses Contest” is free with Maritime Aquarium general admission, which is $19.95 for adults, $17.95 for youths (13-17) & seniors (65+), and $12.95 for children ages 3-12.
The Maritime Aquarium is at 10 N Water St.
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