The Statue of Liberty is a true lighthouse, as much as any other lighthouse that was run by the U.S. Government. Some say the light was not the brightest...well many others had the same complaint. Some say it does not look like a lighthouse...well many others also fit that desciption. Of course currently it is only an aid to navigation...again so are some of the other lighthouses we know and love.

Also note that the light was improved over time.