Boathouse Row to go dark for 8 months

The lights on the iconic Boathouse Row in Philadelphia are set to go dark for eight months for lighting system renovations.

The city says the lights will go dark on March 20 and will be out for several months while the lighting system upgrades.

According to city officials, the Fairmount Park Conservancy is partnering with Philadelphia Parks & Recreation to replace the system for $2.1 million.