White Mountain Puzzles American Lighthouses - 1000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle

Amazon.comAmerica's lighthouses date back to 1719, when the first one was built in Boston Harbor. Even though many have been lost to time and the elements, more than 900 lighthouses still stand in the United States. The oldest standing tower was built in 1764 and is in Sandy Hook, New Jersey. Offering a romantic link to the past, these navigational towers have witnessed historical changes and endured brutal storms and violent seas. The finished puzzle measures 24 inches by 30 inches. Enjoy this challenging 1,000-piece jigsaw while learning about some of America's oldest and most treasured landmarks. --Alison GolderProduct DescriptionThis lighthouse puzzle features nearly 100 of America's favorite lighthouses, skillfully illustrated by artist Ernest Brown. This best-selling jigsaw puzzle includes background history on these endangered beacons of light. America's first lighthouse was built in Boston Harbor in 1719. Today, over 900 lighthouses, weathered and endangered by the elements, are like European castles - symbolic of the romantic and adventurous past. Bring home the fantastic American Lighthouses Jigsaw Puzzle; 1,000 pieces of fun and entertainment everyone will enjoy! Puzzles by artist Ernest “Ernie” O. Brown are detailed, colorful and educational. Ernie has long been one of the premier illustrators for White Mountain Puzzles and several of his puzzles have become best-selling favorites. Art jigsaw puzzles are a fun and inexpensive way to enjoy beautiful works of art firsthand. Jigsaw puzzles are also used to boost cognitive skills; develop hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, problem solving, shape recognition, memory, and task completion. The White Mountain Puzzles - The Best of American Lighthouses includes 1,000 unique interlocking pieces made of sturdy blue chipboard on recycled paper. Extra large sized pieces for easy handling. Puzzle dimensions (completed): 24 x 30 inches. Every White Mountain Puzzle is proudly manufactured in America with a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee.From the ManufacturerNearly 100 of America's favorite lighthouses are illustrated on this best-selling puzzle, including background history on these endangered structures. America's first lighthouse was built in Boston Harbor in 1719. Today, over 900 lighthouses are like European castles, weathered and endangered by the elements, symbolic of the romantic and adventurous past. Artist: Ernest Brown: Item 132: 1000 piece jigsaw puzzle: Finished size 24" X 30".