Rhode Island's Historical Attractions

One historical attraction in Rhode Island that tells the story of the early development of the United States in the region of New England is the Roger Williams National Memorial in Providence. This museum shares the story of how Roger Williams established one of the first settlements in America to allow religious freedom. Because of the contributions of Roger Williams, the United States has become known around the world as a nation that defends the freedom of people everywhere to worship as they desire without any kind governmental interference. Visitors to this fascinating attraction are sure to leave with a greater appreciation for Roger Williams and his pioneering work as one of America's first leaders to defend freedom.

Another fascinating historical attraction is the Fighting Seabee Statue in North Kingstown. This statue depicts the fighting mascot of the United States Navy's Construction Battalions of World War Two. Located on the site of the former US Naval Construction Battalion Center Davisville, this statue is a main attraction at the Seabee Museum and Memorial Park. With displays telling the story of how the Navy's Seabees built runways and harbors to support the military during World War Two, this attraction educates visitors on the courageous achievements of the men who served in the Seabees. All in all, a visit to this fabulous attraction is sure to please anyone interested in the recent history of the United States.

Rhode Island's Cultural Attractions

Besides being a leader in the promotion of religious freedom and in the recent history of the United States, Rhode Island has long been a leader in the cultural achievements of the nation. Brown University in Providence is one institution that has played a major role in Rhode Island leading the nation in the areas of the fine arts and humanities. As one of the seven oldest institutions of higher education in the United States, Brown University has an interesting history that stretches back to the days before the American Revolution. Today, Brown University is renowned for giving visitors an enchanting experience in learning about the achievements that Americans have made in the areas of theatre, art, and science. Overall, few institutions have contributed as much as Brown University has to the cultural development of America.

Another marvelous cultural attraction that visitors are sure to enjoy is the JVC Jazz Festival in Newport. This renowned festival is known for featuring some of today's best contemporary and classical jazz artists. With recent performances by Harry Connick, Jr. and Tony Bennett, the JVC Jazz Festival is one attraction music lovers are sure to enjoy.

Rhode Island's Natural Attractions

On top of having magnificent cultural and historical attractions, Rhode Island is home to some of the finest natural attractions that the United States has to offer. For example, Rhode Island's beaches offer some of the best locations in the world for sunbathing during the summertime. With cool ocean breezes and long stretches of glistening sand, the state's beaches invite travelers to come and enjoy the marvelous wonders of the Atlantic Ocean. On the whole, Rhode Island's beaches are some of the finest beaches to be found anywhere in North America.

Block Island is another gorgeous natural attraction in Rhode Island. With verdant rolling hills and breath-taking bluffs, this island transports visitors back to a simpler place and time. All in all, a trip to Block Island gives visitors a chance to see what America was like before it was massively overdeveloped by man.

With everything that Rhode Island has in the way of enchanting and magnificent attractions, anyone visiting this state is sure to gain a greater appreciation for the United States. Whether you love jazz music or just want to relax on the beach, the vacation of a lifetime awaits you in Rhode Island.

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Other Useful Sites about Rhode Island state
These Rhode Island State sites have been curated by our editorial team

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Government

Find Law - an online guide to courts in the state
Government Information - Office of Library and Information Services of Rhode Island
Rhode Island Goverment - Official Homepage
Welcome to Warwick, Rhode Island - The official website of the City of Warwick, Rhode Island. It is an online resource for both residents and visitors alike which provides a wide range of information on Warwick's elected officials, municipal services, and much more.

Business & Development

Redwing Studio Web Design - offers hosting, search engine optimization, and web design.
Rhode Island Small Business Development Center - offers an assortment of resources to help entrepreneurs create, transform, and grow their businesses.
The Business Development Company - Rhode Island - They provides short, medium, and long term financing to help undercapitalized companies grow and expand through direct and gap funding in Rhode Island and nearby Massachusetts and Connecticut.
Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation - Their mission is to create jobs, help companies expand and develop their workforce, and identify opportunities to bring new companies into our state.
Central Rhode Island Chamber - They are organized to support and advance the business community in Rhode Island by providing leadership initiatives in economic and human development.

Education & Training

Rhode Island College Athletics - Official Atheletic Website in Rhode Island
University of Rhode Island - committed to enriching the lives of its students through its land, sea, and urban grant traditions. URI is the only public institution in Rhode Island offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students the distinctive educational opportunities of a major research university
RI Department of Labor and Training - They offers employment services, educational services and economic opportunity to both individuals and employers.
New Horizons - the largest global independent IT training company - has delivered premium technology training for 30 years. At 300 international locations, 25 million clients have reached their organizational and individual goals using our innovative learning and delivery methods.

Organizations & Associations

Rhode Island Bar Association - to uphold and defend the Constitution and laws of the United States and the Constitution and laws of Rhode Island and to maintain representative, democratic government; to advance the science of jurisprudence; to promote the administration of justice; to uphold the honor and dignity of the process of law; to apply its knowledge and experience in the field of the law to the promotion of the public good; to encourage and cultivate social intercourse among the members of the Rhode Island Bar; and to cooperate with the American Bar Association, other national, regional and state bar associations and the local bar associations in the State of Rhode Island.
Rhode Island Builders Association - one of the largest business associations in the State, and the only one serving the housing industry.d the only one serving the housing industry. They are a progressive, not-for-profit organization addressing the shelter needs of the community.
The University of Rhode Island Alumni Association - An interdependent organization of the University offering programs and services for alumni and raising funds to support scholarships and programs. They offers its alumni a number of special services through our partner promotion program, including discounts on insurance, credit card with rewards, and travel packages
URI Foundation - exists solely to benefit the University of Rhode Island by administering and overseeing the full scope of charitable fundraising activities conducted to provide valued and necessary support to the entire University community.

Health & Families

Spectrum Family Health - provides health care to families of all ages
Lifespan - the Rhode Island's first health system that offers health care for the entire family
Rhode Island Hospital - Rhode Island Hospital is a large academic medical center in Providence, RI, committed to quality and patient safety, research and teaching and offers advance medicine.
Rhode Island Health Care Association (RIHCA) - A non-profit organization focused on providing accessible, quality health care to Rhode Islanders.

Arts & Culture

Museum of Art, Rhode Island School of Design - A Rhode Island's leading museum of fine and decorative art, housing a collection of 84,000 objects of international significance. They strives to be a vital cultural resource by educating and inspiring a wide variety of audiences: families and individuals, scholars and researchers, artists and designers, and students of all ages.
Rhode Island : State Council of Arts/ - Provide educational opportunities in the arts, Actively support and encourage the expansion of the state's cultural resources, Promote and protect freedom of artistic expression
Art League of Rhode Island - Organization seeking to encourage artistic growth and recognition among artists in the state. Includes membership information, contact information, and links.
Arts In Rhode Island - A juried collaborative of Rhode Island artists who create and sell their handmade goods.

Recreation & Sports

QuietWaters A website dedicated to Four things: RVing, Surfing, Family/Friends and God
Official website for the Rhode Island Soccer Association
Official Page of Rhody Athletics!
Rhode Island High School Sports - Standings, records, and historical lists of champions for high school teams.

Real Estate

Residential Properties Limited - The leading independent Real Estate company in Rhode Island with 5 offices statewide. We are dedicated to helping buyers find a dream home whether its a loft condo, a new house in the suburbs, or a luxury property on the waterfront.
Rhode Island real estate - Rhode Island real estate for sale,commercial and residential, updated daily.
Rhode Island Living - the official web site of State-Wide Multiple Listing Service (MLS), Inc., a subsidiary of the Rhode Island Association of REALTORS
Barrington RI Homes For Sale - See all homes FOR SALE in Barrington RI. MLS Search, School information, best neighborhoods profiles, homebuyer's guide.

Shopping & Entertainment

Providence Ghost Tour - a ghost tour based on research and historical documentation
providence Place - The Best Shopping, Dining and Entertainment in Providence, Rhode Island
Wickford Village - provides picturesque waterfront streets lined with one-of-a-kind shops featuring jewelry, housewares, clothing and more. You'll also find galleries, antique shops, cafes and restaurants nestled amongst beautifully maintained churches, colonial homes and gardens.
Rhode Island Monthly - Brings readers the very best of what Rhode Island has to offer - its people, politics, restaurants, events, entertainment, community news

Tourism & Travel

Rhode Island Lighthouse - An online guide to lighthouses in the state
GORP: Rhode Island Parks Guide - provides information of all State parks of Rhode Island
Visit Rhode Island - Official Homepage of Department of Tourisim Rhode Island
Linden Place - A non-profit corporation responsible for the preservation, restoration, and promotion of Linden Place, an 1810 Federal period mansion located in the center of downtown Bristol, Rhode Island.

 

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