Southwest Ledge Lighthouse

Southwest Ledge Lighthouse stands on a rocky shoal at the entrance to New London Harbor in Connecticut, overlooking the waters where Long Island Sound meets the Thames River. Completed in 1877, the cast-iron lighthouse was built to warn mariners of the submerged ledges and strong currents that posed hazards to vessels approaching the harbor. Constructed directly over open water, the lighthouse reflects the innovative offshore engineering used to improve navigation along the Northeast coast during the nineteenth century. Today, it remains one of Connecticut's most recognizable offshore beacons.

This vintage-inspired Southwest Ledge Lighthouse print celebrates one of New England's most distinctive maritime landmarks. Drawing inspiration from the bold colors and simplified forms of WPA-era travel posters, the artwork highlights the lighthouse's unique offshore setting, classic architecture, and enduring connection to Long Island Sound. Designed for lighthouse enthusiasts, maritime historians, coastal travelers, and collectors of New England landmarks, this piece captures the beauty and isolation of a beacon that has guided mariners into New London Harbor for nearly 150 years.

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