Duffus Presentation Lost Light
The Lost Light
Presented by Kevin Duffus
December 14th, 2025 at Orringer Auditorium, Craven Community College
Presentation begins at 2pm
Reservations open Wednesday, October 29th
Crafted in France, admired by millions at a New York world’s fair, stolen from its lighthouse, buried during the Civil War, recaptured, returned and repaired at Paris, stolen again, and exhibited again: America’s most historic, most traveled, yet most disrespected lighthouse Fresnel lens has a story like no other.
It was cutting edge technology when it was crafted in France and exhibited at New York’s Crystal Palace in 1853. Fully assembled, it stood 12 feet tall and weighed 6,000 pounds. How was it lost, found, and moved so often?
Come join us to hear this riveting story from dynamic speaker, Kevin Duffus. Reservations are highly recommended as this event WILL sell out; $12 for Historical Society members, active duty military, and students; $15 for non-members. For groups of 13 or more, please call the office at 252-638-8558 to book with the group rate.