As one of the most densely populated states in the country, Rhode Island doesn’t have a lot of open space outside of our amazing parks. That said, there are still a few abandoned places in Rhode Island that somehow escaped demolition. Here are some sites in the state that are slowly being taken over by nature.

1. Century-old train station, Pawtucket/ Central Falls.
Pawtucket, RI, USA
Flickr/cmh2315fl
This chilling MBTA station in Pawtucket has been abandoned since the 1980s.
2. Fort Wetherill, Jamestown.
Jamestown, RI, USA
Flickr/Ani Od Chai
Located on the rocky cliffs of stunning Jamestown is this creepy abandoned military fort.

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3. Old stone house at Scarborough Beach, Narragansett.
Scarborough State Beach, Narragansett, RI 02882, USA
Flickr/Ed G
This stone structure in a secluded area next to the beachfront is a beautiful and slightly scary sight. Curious to learn more? Gather 'round for a story! Windswept is the name of the 21-room mansion that once stood guard over the crashing waves along this piece of shoreline. It was constructed in 1895 for the Davis family. All that remains of the seaside mansion today are the remnants of the carriage house. The beautiful stone ruins stand as a testament to days long gone. The Davis family built Windswept from the money earned from a business deal. The Davises created quite a family fortune with their product, "Perry Davis’s Vegetable Pain Killer." Grandson, Eugene Davis sold off the Pain Killer name and with the profits built the coastal mansion. Four decades later, the property was sold to the Castiglione brothers. The brothers converted the mansion into an upscale restaurant called Cobb’s by the Sea. In 1952, it was sold again and left uninhabited, the property suffered vandalism and three fires over a span of years. The mansion was demolished in 1974 and the property was purchased by the Department of Environmental Management. Today the stone carriage house ruins remain standing perched on the edge of Scarborough Beach, offering a unique window to the sea and a glimpse into the past.
4. Harris Avenue Mill, Providence.
Harris Avenue, Harris Ave, Providence, RI, USA
Flickr/Todd Page
This abandoned mill in Rhode Island found in the city of Providence is creepy and covered in unique graffiti.

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5. Seekonk River Train Bridge, Providence.
Seekonk River, Rhode Island, USA
Flickr/rprata
This very large and very old bridge formerly connected the Downcity District of Providence with East Providence.

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6. Brenton Point Stables, Newport.
Brenton Point Stables, Atlantic Ave, Newport, RI 02840, USA
Flickr/Josh McGinn
These old stables found in Brenton Point State Park are slowly being taken over by nature.
7. The Ladd School, Exeter.
Ladd Drive, Ladd Dr, Exeter, RI 02822, USA
Flickr/Nate Wigton
Though most of the building has been demolished, the remnants of the school and surrounding land are still creepy.

Learn the harrowing history of this abandoned school:

8. Old factory, Bristol.
Bristol, RI 02809, USA
Flickr/Robert Easton
This eerie old factory located in Bristol is overwhelming in size.
9. Old ice cream store, Massachusetts and Rhode Island border on Route 146.
Rhode Island 146, RI-146, North Smithfield, RI, USA
Flickr/Pixel
This milk-jug-shaped building is slowly being consumed by nature and is quite a sight.

These places might be a little creepy, but they’re also a part of the state’s history. Can you think of other abandoned places in Rhode Island? Let us know in the comments. Take a road trip to this abandoned fort in Rhode Island for an intriguing adventure!

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Abandoned Places In Rhode Island

Sarah M. | September 11, 2022

Does Rhode Island have a lot of abandoned places?

Abandoned places in Rhode Island include:

  • House from "The Conjuring"
  • Chestnut Hill Baptist Cemetery

For a state as small as Rhode Island, our state is teeming with abandoned and often terrifying places. With Rhode Island’s long history, it’s no wonder why the state has so many haunted locales. From the house that inspired the movie “The Conjuring” to haunted hotels, mansions, a carousel, mills, churches, and restaurants, there are plenty of abandoned places here that can send shivers down your spine. In addition to the abandoned places listed above, one of the creepiest places to visit in Rhode Island is Chestnut Hill Baptist Cemetery in Exeter. In fact, if you're actually wanting to see a ghost in Rhode Island, this cemetery is your best bet! At this unnerving locale, the ghost of a young girl (reportedly laid to rest in 1892) is said to wander among the headstones. Folks began spotting the ghostly apparition after her body was exhumed, which occurred after the townspeople decided that she was a vampire. What followed next was truly horrifying. We won't spoil the surprise -- you need to read this Rhode Island ghost story for yourself!

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