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All open air museums to visit in Rhode Island

Experience history come to life at open-air museums in Rhode Island. These museums feature historical buildings, reenactments, and interactive exhibits in an outdoor setting.

Are you interested in experiencing history firsthand? These are the best open air museums in Rhode Island:

  1. Prescott Farm1

    Prescott Farm

     Middletown, RI
    Prescott Farm is a preserved colonial farm located in Middletown, Rhode Island. The farm covers an expansive area of 40 acres, offering visitors a glimpse into the past. The farm's preservation is a testament to the efforts made to maintain historical sites and their significance.
     3.8
    History & Anthropology History
  3. Coggeshall Farm Museum2

    Coggeshall Farm Museum

     Bristol, RI
    The Coggeshall Farm Museum is a non-profit organization located within the scenic Colt State Park in Bristol, Rhode Island. This unique museum offers visitors a glimpse into the past, showcasing the life and times of a coastal tenant farm during the eighteenth century. It's an ideal destination for those interested in history, agriculture, or simply looking for a unique experience in a beautiful setting.
     3.7
    History & Anthropology History
  4. Watson Farm3

    Watson Farm

     Jamestown, RI
    Watson Farm remains a functioning family farm to this day. The farm's residence, a house built in 1796, is still in use by the farmers. This offers visitors a unique glimpse into the life and history of farming families in the United States.
     4.1
    History & Anthropology History