Most People Don’t Know These 6 Treasures Are Hiding In Rhode Island
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Bonnie Poisson
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Rhode Island is small, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t some world-class treasures right here in our little state. With the number of museums and universities we have, it really isn’t that much of a surprise. Here are are some amazing treasures you can check out right here in Rhode Island.
There are several gorgeous Monets at Rhode Island School of Design Museum. Visit them at 20 North Main Street in Providence in their painting and sculpture collection.
Built in 1859, Sprite is the oldest existing private yacht in the United States. It was the first boat that Nathaniel Herreshoff designed and built, at the age of 11 and a half. See her at the Herreshoff Marine Museum and America's Cup Hall of Fame in Bristol.
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A 1693 coin from Yemen was found by James Bailey of Warwick at Sweetwater Farm in Middletown. Read more about the find here.
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The original cookbook "Les Diners de Gala", illustrated by Salvadore Dali, is in Providence at the Johnson & Wales Museum of Culinary Arts.
Find thousands of incredible Native American Artifacts at the Haffenrefer Museum of Anthology on the Brown University campus.
At the Rhode Island Statehouse in the Royal Charter Museum, you will find priceless documents and artifacts, including the original Royal Charter of 1663 from King Charles II.
There are some very interesting treasures located here in Rhode Island, from world-class artwork to pirates booty. What did we miss? Let us know of any hidden treasures you know about in the comments.
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