LIGHTHOUSE XXVII
NEW LONDON HARBOR LIGHT
Order No. 147

HISTORY: New London Harbor light is located on the west side of the Thames River. It is the 4th oldest light station in the nation and the 7th oldest lighthouse. It was first lit in 1801 and is still operational. It was automated in 1912. The tower is brownstone with a bricklining. The tower is octagonal in shape and is 89' tall. It presently has a 4th order Fresnel lens which was installed in 1857. The first tower at this location was constructed in 1761 of stone. The U. S. Coast Guard owns the tower and the New London Harbor light is an active aid to navigation.
The two-story keeper's quarters were built in 1863 of brick. It is presently a private residence.

STITCHING INFORMATION: Stitch count: 135 stitches wide x 159 high.
Our model was stitched on a 15" x 16" piece of white 16-count AIDA fabric.
This design can be adjusted to any type of fabric.
A large color photo, stitching instructions, computer generated chart and
floss numbers for your choice of DMC, Anchor or J&B Coats are included.