JAMESTOWN MUSEUM

JAMESTOWN, RI

Jamestown Museum is a historical museum located in the small coastal town of Jamestown, Rhode Island. The museum is housed in the former Jamestown Windmill, which was built in 1787 and served as a grist mill for over 150 years.

The museum features exhibits and artifacts that showcase the rich history of Jamestown, from its Native American roots to its role in the American Revolution and beyond. Visitors can explore displays on the town's maritime history, including fishing, boat-building, and the Newport to Jamestown ferry. There are also exhibits on the town's military history, including its involvement in the Revolutionary War and the Civil War.

In addition to the exhibits, the museum also offers guided tours of the windmill, allowing visitors to see the inner workings of the historic structure. The windmill's massive gears and grinding stones offer a glimpse into the past and the importance of agriculture and industry in the early days of the United States.

Overall, Jamestown Museum is a fascinating destination for anyone interested in history, architecture, or the development of small coastal towns in New England.

JAMESTOWN MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in JAMESTOWN RI. US MID #8404400023

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont).

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JAMESTOWN MUSEUM
92 NARRAGANSETT AVE
JAMESTOWN
RI
02835

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