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Our East Greenwich, RI real estate website provides a wealth of information for home buyers and home sellers. Below, you will find information on the history and culture of the community as well as links to more detailed information such as demographics and schools. You may view a virtual tour, search homes for sale, access information on different types of properties such as condos, farms, foreclosures, and vacation homes. We also offer valuable reference materials for home buyers and home sellers. This website will give you everything you need to buy or sell a home in East Greenwich, RI.
East Greenwich RI Community Profile & History
East Greenwich, Rhode Island is located in the geographic center of state. It also is the eighth oldest community in Rhode Island. With a population of over 12,000 and a wealth of notable historic sites, the town provides an interesting mix of the old and the new.
The land upon which the community now sits was once home to the Pequot Indians. Acquired by the English King Charles II in in 1644, East Greenwich was incorporated as a town in 1677. Primarily a farming community in its early years, the town quickly became a leading trade center of the region due to its protected harbor on Narragansett Bay. On June 12, 1775, the Rhode Island General Assembly passed a resolution creating the first formal and governmentally authorized Navy in the Western Hemisphere; as a result, residents claim the town as the birthplace of America's Navy.
The influx of international trade and fishing precipitated a growing need for goods and services, which was quickly met by the establishment of industry in the 19th century. Textiles, brushes, machinery and ships were all among the goods manufactured at mills in and around the town, and many of the historic mill sites have been lovingly preserved to this day. These combined with the storied downtown area provide a reminder of the town's proud heritage, celebrated by residents and visitors alike.
Notable community attractions include the Varnum House Museum and Armory, with an assortment of period furnishings in the former and an expansive Military & Naval Museum in the latter; the New England Wireless and Steam Museum; and the many restaurants, bars and clubs along the harbor. Popular seasonal events include the Main Street Strolls, which feature artists and musical performances throughout the summer months.
Today, East Greenwich is a diverse community with a strong, thriving economy. Situated within a short distance of several major highways and in close proximity to New England's commercial and academic centers, it offers the charm of a main street community along with all the conveniences enjoyed by a larger city.
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