All maritime museums to visit in Rhode Island

Set sail on a journey through maritime history at 5 maritime museums in Rhode Island. These museums showcase the history of seafaring, shipbuilding, and naval exploration.

Are you fascinated by the sea and maritime history? These are the top maritime museums in Rhode Island

  1. Beavertail Lighthouse1

    Beavertail Lighthouse

     Jamestown, RI
    Beavertail Lighthouse, constructed in 1856, is a significant landmark in Rhode Island. It marks the entrance to Narragansett Bay and is located on the southernmost point of Conanicut Island in the town of Jamestown. The lighthouse stands at a height of 64 feet and is situated in Beavertail State Park. It serves as a navigation aid for boats and ships entering Narragansett Bay in the East Passage between Conanicut Island and Newport, Rhode Island on Aquidneck Island.
  2. Block Island Historical Society2

    Block Island Historical Society

     New Shoreham, RI
    The Block Island Historical Society operates a museum located at 18 Old Town Road and Ocean Avenue on Block Island in Rhode Island. This location is easily accessible and offers a deep dive into the rich history of Block Island.
  3. Naval War College Museum3

    Naval War College Museum

     Newport, RI
    The Naval War College Museum, located in Newport, Rhode Island, is one of the ten official museums in the United States managed by the US Navy. It operates under the guidance of the Naval History & Heritage Command and in collaboration with the Naval War College. This museum offers a unique opportunity to delve into the rich naval history of the United States.
  4. Herreshoff Marine Museum4

    Herreshoff Marine Museum

     Bristol, RI
    The Herreshoff Marine Museum, located in Bristol, Rhode Island, is a maritime museum that focuses on the history of the Herreshoff Manufacturing Company, yachting, and the America's Cup. This museum provides a deep dive into the rich maritime history of the region, showcasing the significant contributions of the Herreshoff Manufacturing Company to the world of yachting and the prestigious America's Cup.
  5. Cape Verdean Museum5

    Cape Verdean Museum

     Providence, RI
    First of it's kind in the world (Including Cabo Verde Islands) this Museum is dedicated to life, history and culture of Cape Verde and Cape Verdeans in America. Modest size but charming.