your Rhode Island Travel Guide

Roger Williams Park Zoo - Providence, Rhode Island

Travel Writer — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 17:42:02 +0000

Spend the Day at the Roger Williams Park Zoo. Located in Providence, Rhode Island, the Roger Williams Park Zoo is home to more than 1000 animals representing nearly 140 different species. It is the third oldest zoo in the country, providing a fun and interesting place for families to go since its opening in 1872. One of the things that make this zoo special is that many of the buildings have a historical, Victorian look rather than the modern look of many zoos.

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Museum of Primitive Art and Culture - South Kingstown, Rhode Island

Travel Writer — Sat, 27 Sep 2008 17:35:51 +0000

Looking into the Past at the Museum of Primitive Art and Culture in Rhode Island. The Museum of Primitive Art and Culture, located in South County, Rhode Island, was founded in 1892. This makes it the oldest museum in the entire South County. It houses more than 15,000 pieces from around the world.

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Green Animals Topiary Garden - Portsmouth, Rhode Island

Travel Writer — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 17:24:28 +0000

Visit the Amazing Green Animals Topiary Garden in Portsmouth, Rhode Island. Located on Cory's Lane in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, is Green Animals. On this small country estate, you will find a host of topiary creatures, ornamental figures, and geometric designs. In all, there are more than 80 pieces of topiary on the grounds. Of these 80, 21 of them are animals and birds.

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Frosty Drew Observatory - Charlestown, Rhode Island

Travel Writer — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 17:12:18 +0000

Explore the Stars Above at the Frosty Drew Observatory. The Frosty Drew Observatory, located in Charlestown, Rhode Island, offers visitors a glimpse into the night sky, where they can learn about the stars and planets in an educational and fun manner. The observatory is a fun place to visit, especially if you or the kids have an affinity for all things that deal with outer space. You can see stars, far off galaxies, planets, moons, and so much more.

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Daggett Farm, Pawtucket, Rhode Island

Travel Writer — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 16:50:57 +0000

Kids will Love a Visit to Daggett Farm in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. Located on the old grounds of the Slater Park Zoo in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, the Daggett Farm and Greenhouse was established in 1999. The proceeds from the Daggett Farm and Greenhouse and Gift Shop support programs to benefit those with developmental disabilities. This means that a visit to the farm and gift shop is more than just fun and educational; it can also make a difference in peoples' lives.

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Newport Art Museum, RI

Travel Writer — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 20:21:04 +0000

Enjoy Art, Architecture and Special Events at the Newport Art Museum, RI

The Newport Art Museum is an impressive attraction you will enjoy visiting on your next trip to Rhode Island. The Museum consists of three buildings located on a 2-acre site in Newport.

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Explore Cultures, Nature and Space at the Museum of Natural History, RI

Travel Writer — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 20:15:16 +0000

One of Rhode Island’s most interesting museums also happens to be the only museum of its kind in the state. The Museum of Natural History in Providence is the only museum in Rhode Island dedicated exclusively to natural and cultural history, and it is also the site of the state’s only public planetarium.

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Discover History, Hear Music and Have Fun at Fort Adams in Newport

Travel Writer — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 20:09:08 +0000

Fort Adams State Park is a wonderful attraction to visit in Newport, Rhode Island. Its natural harbor location made Fort Adams an important and heavily armed fort from the Revolutionary War all the way through modern times.

In addition to preserving an important historical attraction, Fort Adams State Park is the site of popular annual music festivals. It is also a favorite spot people visit to enjoy a variety of water-based activities, field sports and picnicking.

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Experience the Victorian Era at Astors’ Mansion in Newport, RI

Travel Writer — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 19:54:28 +0000

Astors’ Newport Mansion in Newport, RI is a beautiful Victorian Era mansion overlooking the sea that offers living history tours and special events seasonally. Talented members of the Beechwood Theatre Company interpret Victorian society in a living history experience unlike anything else in Rhode Island. The Astors, their friends and domestic staff greet and entertain guests in various daily tours and special programs held evenings at the Mansion.

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Visit Historic Rose Island Lighthouse off the Shore of Newport, RI

Travel Writer — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 19:45:19 +0000

Touring lighthouses is a traditional part of the New England vacation experience and Rhode Island visitors have a unique opportunity to visit a very special lighthouse in Newport. The Rose Island Lighthouse is an independent lighthouse that has been carefully cleaned and restored to its original 1912 condition.

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