About the Area
Wickford is a small village located on the west side of Narragansett Bay. Settled around 1637, this well-protected harbor was as beautiful then as it is today. In early days, Wickford was considered a superb location for local fishing fleets and commercial vessels. Today, this historic village offers all of the relaxed and quaint appeal of a picturesque seaside destination. A variety of stores and unique shops, some unchanged for decades; an active and varied historic homes district; a town beach; parks, and a nice selection of seafood restaurants make Wickford a wonderful place to visit. The harbor itself offers endless forays into nooks and crannies by dinghy. By foot, you can easily walk into the village for conveniences and dining out. Nearby are historic treasures, Smith's Castle and Gilbert Stuart's birthplace.
Local events include:
- Wickford Daffodil Days
- Wickford YC Wickford Regatta
- Smith Castle Strawberry Festival
- Quonset Air Show
- Wickford Fourth of July Parade
- Wickford Art Show
- South County Hot Air Balloon Festival
- Wickford YC West Passage Regatta
- Washington County Fair
- Wickford Harborfest
- Wickford Festival of Lights
Local attractions include:
- Trendy Wickford Shops, Restaurants and Pubs
- Casey Farm
- Quonset Air Museum
- Smith’s Castle
- Seabee Museum
- Lighthouse Cruises
- Gilbert Stuart Museum
- Wickford Town Beach & State Parks
- Walking Tour of Colonial Wickford
- Audubon Wildlife Refuges
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