GOULDSBORO, Maine (WABI) - A new-and-improved piece of Downeast history is back in its rightful place.

An iconic Maine image – the lighthouse in Prospect Harbor dates back to the mid-1800s. Decades ago, the Navy commissioned a replica – intended as part of a parade float – and gifted it to the Town of Gouldsboro.

But unlike its life-sized inspiration, the replica did not withstand the Maine elements.

“Unfortunately, the years of sitting in the sun, the rain, and the snow kind of destroyed it. I saw it was in rough condition, so I offered to do some painting and fixing up on it,” said Gouldsboro resident and multi-medium maker Rick Henion.

Henion soon realized he needed to start from scratch. He wanted to do it the right way, which meant asking the Navy for access.

He got the chance to

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