With the support of the Massachusetts congressman (and former president) John Quincy Adams playing a vital role, 
Congress appropriated $5,000 on March 3, 1837, for a lighthouse at Ned's Point, at the north side of the entrance to Mattapoisett's harbor. 
The lighthouse was built in 1837-38 and first lighted in March 1838. 
A small stone dwelling was built close to the lighthouse.

Location: North side of entrance to Mattapoisett Harbor.

Station established: 1838

41 39 03 N

70 47 44 W

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