Portland Head Light

M-1702 COLOR PORTLAND HEAD LIGHT FIRST LIGHTHOUSE ERECTED BY THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA PORTLAND, MAINE - The first established beacon light upon the New England Coast, lighted for the first time January 10, 1791- The first light keeper was appointed by George Washington. Portland Head, on which the light is situated, gave the name to the city of Portland. 18537-B Color by Eva Luoma dp Published by EASTERN ILLUSTRATING CO., New London, N. H. DEXTER PRESS, INC. WEST NYACK, NEW YORK HERE