The Biloxi Ligthouse was constructed in 1848 to give guidance to Biloxi-bound vessels. Reportedly, it is the first cast metal lighthouse in the South. It was first displayed at an exhibition in Baltimore, then shipped southward and erected where it proudly stands today. Following the Civil War, the lighthouse was painted with tar to prevent rust, although local legend has it that it was painted black to mourn the death of President Lincoln. Shortly thereafter, it was painted white, its current color. In August 2001, ICCI was commissioned to restore this “grand lighthouse” to its previous glory. From the top of the dome to the brick base, hand-cleaning was initiated followed by applications of coatings to the various surfaces to aid in its battle against the elements to survive. The Biloxi Lighthouse is a very prominant landmark and piece of local history, making ICCI proud to have been a part of this project.