Paul & Cynthia’s Jamestown guidebook
Sightseeing
Expansive views of the bay and ocean, bring a picnic or hike the trails. Don't forget to visit the lighthouse commissioned by President Washington.
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Beavertail State Park
Beavertail RoadExpansive views of the bay and ocean, bring a picnic or hike the trails. Don't forget to visit the lighthouse commissioned by President Washington.
Fort Wetherill State Park, situated upon 100 foot high granite cliffs across the water from Fort Adams State Park, is a former coastal defense battery and training camp. Known for its spectacular view of Newport Harbor and the East Passage of Narragansett Bay, Fort Wetherill has been a popular sight for viewing the numerous Tall Ship Events and America’s Cup Races. The area is also a major attraction for scuba diving. The park offers family and group picnicking, boating, fishing, hiking and exploring on the park’s 61.5 acres of property.
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Fort Wetherill delstatpark
3 Fort Wetherill RdFort Wetherill State Park, situated upon 100 foot high granite cliffs across the water from Fort Adams State Park, is a former coastal defense battery and training camp. Known for its spectacular view of Newport Harbor and the East Passage of Narragansett Bay, Fort Wetherill has been a popular sight for viewing the numerous Tall Ship Events and America’s Cup Races. The area is also a major attraction for scuba diving. The park offers family and group picnicking, boating, fishing, hiking and exploring on the park’s 61.5 acres of property.
9 -Hole course. Reasonably priced. Club house has been recently rebuilt. Bar & pub food served. Upstairs available for events.
http://jamestowngolf.com/
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Jamestown Golf Course
245 Conanicus Ave9 -Hole course. Reasonably priced. Club house has been recently rebuilt. Bar & pub food served. Upstairs available for events.
http://jamestowngolf.com/
Open to families and visits. Events regularly. https://www.historicnewengland.org/property/watson-farm/
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Historic New England Watson Farm
455 North RdOpen to families and visits. Events regularly. https://www.historicnewengland.org/property/watson-farm/
Local Art Gallery and also hosts classes and cultural events.
https://www.jamestownartcenter.org/
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Jamestown Arts Center
18 Valley StLocal Art Gallery and also hosts classes and cultural events.
https://www.jamestownartcenter.org/
The history of Jamestown is rich. Originally inhabited by the Narragansett, settled in 1638 by the English, the island was used for grazing sheep. In 1678, Conanicut Island was incorporated as the town of Jamestown.
In 1728, the town built a windmill for grinding corn. On December 10, 1775, 200 British and Hessian troops landed at East Ferry on Conanicut Island and marched to West Ferry, where they burned the ferry house. As they returned to East Ferry, they destroyed many buildings, including fourteen homes; which caused more than 200 of Conanicut Island's 556 residents to flee to the mainland. A number of signers of the Declaration of Independence can be viewed on a document in Town Hall.
Jamestown Historical Society Museum
92 Narragansett AveThe history of Jamestown is rich. Originally inhabited by the Narragansett, settled in 1638 by the English, the island was used for grazing sheep. In 1678, Conanicut Island was incorporated as the town of Jamestown.
In 1728, the town built a windmill for grinding corn. On December 10, 1775, 200 British and Hessian troops landed at East Ferry on Conanicut Island and marched to West Ferry, where they burned the ferry house. As they returned to East Ferry, they destroyed many buildings, including fourteen homes; which caused more than 200 of Conanicut Island's 556 residents to flee to the mainland. A number of signers of the Declaration of Independence can be viewed on a document in Town Hall.
Windmist Farm is a small-scale family-run farm located on Jamestown RI. They produce healthful, homegrown food of the highest quality. All of the animals are naturally raised on grass. From fresh eggs to seasonal veggies, to pasture-raised meats, -providing you with farm-fresh goodness.
https://www.windmistfarm.com/
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Windmist Farm
71 Weeden LnWindmist Farm is a small-scale family-run farm located on Jamestown RI. They produce healthful, homegrown food of the highest quality. All of the animals are naturally raised on grass. From fresh eggs to seasonal veggies, to pasture-raised meats, -providing you with farm-fresh goodness.
https://www.windmistfarm.com/
Food scene
This is THE place locals go for breakfast, lunch and cappuccinos.
https://www.sliceofheavenri.com/
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Slice of Heaven
32 Narragansett AveThis is THE place locals go for breakfast, lunch and cappuccinos.
https://www.sliceofheavenri.com/
Live music every weekend. Dancing. Good Fish & Chips. Local pub food, pool table, large circular bar. narraganssetcafe.com
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Narragansett Cafe
25 Narragansett AveLive music every weekend. Dancing. Good Fish & Chips. Local pub food, pool table, large circular bar. narraganssetcafe.com
Village Hearth Bakery
2 Watson AvenueServes lunch and pizza. villagehearthbakerycafe.com
Typical deli subs, coffee, etc. Indoor & outdoor seating with view of the Bay. Well priced meals.
eastferrydeli.com
6am-5pm -seven days a week
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East Ferry Market & Deli
47 Conanicus AveTypical deli subs, coffee, etc. Indoor & outdoor seating with view of the Bay. Well priced meals.
eastferrydeli.com
6am-5pm -seven days a week
Seasonal only. Delicious! Firepit outside. https://www.tallulahstaqueria.com/
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Tallulahs Taqueria JTN
35 Narragansett AvenueSeasonal only. Delicious! Firepit outside. https://www.tallulahstaqueria.com/
Ace's Pizza
5 Clarke StClassic Italian food & pizza. acespizza.com
Local couple, chef and pastry chef partnered together to open a restaurant. Also has take out desserts.https://www.ourtablejamestown.com/
Our Table Jamestown
53 Narragansett AvenueLocal couple, chef and pastry chef partnered together to open a restaurant. Also has take out desserts.https://www.ourtablejamestown.com/
American bistro style, cooking from scratch and tastes every bit of seasonal freshness! Good price point & quality. Walk-in possible at bars and high-tops if you don't have reservations. Dinner served 4-10pm Mon-Sun.
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BEECH
13 Narragansett AvenueAmerican bistro style, cooking from scratch and tastes every bit of seasonal freshness! Good price point & quality. Walk-in possible at bars and high-tops if you don't have reservations. Dinner served 4-10pm Mon-Sun.
If you want to eat on the deck or patio, be sure to make reservations. Great view, ok food.
JB’s on the Water
150 Conanicus AvenueIf you want to eat on the deck or patio, be sure to make reservations. Great view, ok food.
1 Ferry Wharf
1 East Ferry WharfBreakfast, ice cream or dinner. Seasonal but confirm if open. They’re closed often.
Festivals & Events
Happenings in and around Jamestown and Newport. There's always something to do! It's best to plan ahead.
Newport Jazz Festival
Yearly event Aug 2-4, 2024
Festival for music, food, ice sculptures & more. Enjoy winter in New England!
https://www.newportwinterfestival.com/
Newport Winter Festival
28 Pelham StFestival for music, food, ice sculptures & more. Enjoy winter in New England!
https://www.newportwinterfestival.com/
Newport Folk Festival
Newport Folk Festival
July 26-28, 2024
Newport Music Festival
42 Dearborn StreetNewport Classical Music Festival July 4-21, 2024
Bowens brygge
Bowens WharfNewport Oyster & Chowder Festival May 18-19, 2024
Newport Seafood Festival
October 2024
Free; 11:00-5:00 PM, extended on Saturday night to 6PM
13 Bowen's Wharf
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Bowens brygge
Bowens WharfNewport Seafood Festival
October 2024
Free; 11:00-5:00 PM, extended on Saturday night to 6PM
13 Bowen's Wharf
Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival
Usually in September
Wine-pairing dinners, a celebration of local chefs and so much more!
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Newport Mansions Preservation Society
424 Bellevue AveNewport Mansions Wine & Food Festival
Usually in September
Wine-pairing dinners, a celebration of local chefs and so much more!
One of the largest and most prestigious boat shows in the country, spans over thirteen acres of historic downtown Newport, Rhode Island. Walk the docks and view a spectacular display of shiny new sailboats and powerboats, some making their first-ever debut in the United States.
Commercial Wharf
Commercial WharfOne of the largest and most prestigious boat shows in the country, spans over thirteen acres of historic downtown Newport, Rhode Island. Walk the docks and view a spectacular display of shiny new sailboats and powerboats, some making their first-ever debut in the United States.
A Weekend of Coaching
There will be coaching drives each day, an exhibition on the grounds at The Elms scheduled for Saturday, August 20, 2022, and a dinner dance in honor of the Whips at The Breakers on August 20, 2022.
https://www.newportmansions.org/events/a-weekend-of-coaching
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Newport Mansions Preservation Society
424 Bellevue AveA Weekend of Coaching
There will be coaching drives each day, an exhibition on the grounds at The Elms scheduled for Saturday, August 20, 2022, and a dinner dance in honor of the Whips at The Breakers on August 20, 2022.
https://www.newportmansions.org/events/a-weekend-of-coaching
Newport Kite Festival
481 Ocean AveBrenton Point State Park, Newport RI
Jamestown Memorial Day Parade is a yearly event.
It begins at 10 a.m. On Monday, Memorial Day. All veterans can march, either in civilian clothes or in uniform, along with civic groups. There is usually a large turnout. Bring portable chairs to line the parade route.
The parade route travels from Watson and Lawn to North Road. There is a brief stop by the historic Four Corners cemetery near the corner of North Road and Narragansett Avenue. From there, it turns down Narragansett and travels to the waterfront Veterans Memorial Square at East Ferry. The community band plays at the square.
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Jamestown
Jamestown Memorial Day Parade is a yearly event.
It begins at 10 a.m. On Monday, Memorial Day. All veterans can march, either in civilian clothes or in uniform, along with civic groups. There is usually a large turnout. Bring portable chairs to line the parade route.
The parade route travels from Watson and Lawn to North Road. There is a brief stop by the historic Four Corners cemetery near the corner of North Road and Narragansett Avenue. From there, it turns down Narragansett and travels to the waterfront Veterans Memorial Square at East Ferry. The community band plays at the square.
July 4th Parade.
The annual procession is led by residents. It starts at 10 a.m. from 933 East Shore Road.
Fire trucks and homemade floats will travel alongside dozens of children, all decked in red, white and blue, while riding their bikes, roller blades, skateboards, wagons and golf carts. The Jamestown Community Band also will march in the parade while providing patriotic music for the spectators lining the street along the East Passage.
The procession ends in a circular driveway and then heads back to its starting point, which means spectators get to see the parade twice. Everyone is invited to march!
This is not to be missed. It is the quintessential small town celebration at its very best.
East Shore Road
East Shore RoadJuly 4th Parade.
The annual procession is led by residents. It starts at 10 a.m. from 933 East Shore Road.
Fire trucks and homemade floats will travel alongside dozens of children, all decked in red, white and blue, while riding their bikes, roller blades, skateboards, wagons and golf carts. The Jamestown Community Band also will march in the parade while providing patriotic music for the spectators lining the street along the East Passage.
The procession ends in a circular driveway and then heads back to its starting point, which means spectators get to see the parade twice. Everyone is invited to march!
This is not to be missed. It is the quintessential small town celebration at its very best.
Around Town
Need a special cheese, pâté or a bottle of wine? This is the place for those specialty items. Family run by locals.
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Grapes & Gourmet
9 E Ferry WharfNeed a special cheese, pâté or a bottle of wine? This is the place for those specialty items. Family run by locals.
Local grocery with deli and most of the basics you could need.
mcquadesmarket.com 401-423-0873
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McQuade's Marketplace
6 Clarke StLocal grocery with deli and most of the basics you could need.
mcquadesmarket.com 401-423-0873
So helpful when hungry and everything else is closed. Pizza, etc. Convenience store & gas. Open 5am-midnight -seven days a week. www.cumberlandfarms.com/stores/ri/jamestown-1108
Cumberland Farms
41 North RdSo helpful when hungry and everything else is closed. Pizza, etc. Convenience store & gas. Open 5am-midnight -seven days a week. www.cumberlandfarms.com/stores/ri/jamestown-1108
This local and family owned shop has everything you need and then some: ice, beer, liqour, wines, souvenirs and Italian & Indian specialty foods. https://www.jamestownwineandspirits.com/
Jamestown Wine & Spirits
30 Southwest AveThis local and family owned shop has everything you need and then some: ice, beer, liqour, wines, souvenirs and Italian & Indian specialty foods. https://www.jamestownwineandspirits.com/
All things nautical, owned and operated by locals and the two nicest human beings ever. My favorite place!
All Ashore Cottage Outfitters
47 Conanicus AvenueAll things nautical, owned and operated by locals and the two nicest human beings ever. My favorite place!
Shut down until further notice.
Convenient transportation in between Jamestown and Newport Festivals. Leave your car behind, no traffic or parking.
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Jamestown Newport Ferry
1 East Ferry WharfShut down until further notice.
Convenient transportation in between Jamestown and Newport Festivals. Leave your car behind, no traffic or parking.
Conanicut Marine Services Inc.
20 Narragansett AveMarina at East Ferry
City/town information
Just over the Pell Bridge, 15 mins to downtown Newport, offers everything visitors could ask for: beaches, restaurants, museums, shopping, etc. Let us share our favorites with you. Take a look at our Guidebook dedicated to Newport, RI.
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Newport
Just over the Pell Bridge, 15 mins to downtown Newport, offers everything visitors could ask for: beaches, restaurants, museums, shopping, etc. Let us share our favorites with you. Take a look at our Guidebook dedicated to Newport, RI.
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Parking in Jamestown
Parking in the town center is available. There may be time restrictions. Please see parking map. Some places are metered. Ferry can be used to shuttle to Newport.
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Newport Jamestown Ferry Co.
Convenient transportation in between Jamestown and Newport Festivals. Leave your car behind, no traffic or parking worries.
https://www.jamestownnewportferry.com/