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History of Jamestown RI - http://www.jamestownri.com/library/history.htm
Historical and Architectural Resources of Jamestown Rhode Island is a work published by the Rhode Island Historical Preservation and Heritage Commission. Reproduces about 30% of the printed version of the book - the introductory history portions. |
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Narragansett Bay - a Friend's Perspective - http://www.providenceri.com/narragansettbay/contents1.html
In-depth history of Narragansett Bay area and its changes over time. Covers geology, political history, environmental issues. Written by Stuart Hale, 1979, updated 1999. |
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Jamestown Fire Department - http://jamestownfd.com
History and capabilities of the department and description of the Fire Museum which includes a fully operational 1894 Lafrance steam fire engine. |
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Litter Project - http://www.litterproject.com/
News and information about The Litter Project. Make a difference by picking up one piece of litter per day. Bulletin board and notices of local projects and events. |
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Jamestown Substance Abuse Prevention Task Force - http://www.jamestownri.com/taskforce/
Supporting and initiating community based programs designed to discourage and prevent substance abuse, including drugs, alcohol and smoking. Local restaurant guide indicates which have bars and/or offer smoke-free environments. |
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Conanicut Yacht Club - Jamestown RI - http://www.conanicutyachtclub.org/
Founded in 1891, relocated in 1955, the club sponsors an active sailing and racing program. |
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Jamestown RI Rotary Club - http://www.jamestownclassic.org/rotary/
Description of the local organization, calendar of activities, and copies of "The Windmill" a record of meetings. |
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Jamestown and Newport RI History - http://www.jamestown-ri.info/history.htm
A brief history of Jamestown and environs. Formation of Narragansett Bay by glacial action, Native Americans, Colonists, changes to way of life over time. Provides links to more detailed information. |
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Jamestown RI Community and Non-Profit Organizations - http://www.jamestownri.com/organiza.htm
Index page with links to almost two dozen civic group sites hosted on the Jamestown Community Pages site. |
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the Old Jamestown-Verrazzano Bridge - http://www.artinruins.com/arch/rip/jamestown/index.php#
History, photos and status of the historic 1940 bridge in Narragansett Bay connecting Conanicut Island (Jamestown) to the western mainland; abandoned since 1992 and slated for demolition. |