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Rose Island Lightouse, Newport

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#15 of 20 in Historic Sites in Newport
Lighthouse · Hidden Gem · Tourist Spot
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Rose Island Lighthouse, located one mile from Newport, RI and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is one of only a few operating lighthouses maintained by working vacationers who sign on for a week at a time as part of Rose Island's environmental education program.

Named among 7 Charming Lighthouse Inns by Coastal Living Magazine.
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  • By Barry N
    a great place to see up close thou you can not go in it as a visitor. We loved seeing it and getting the history of this lighthouse from a boat tour that left from New London,Ct. and it took us... 
    a great place to see up close thou you can not go in it as a visitor. We loved seeing it and getting the history of this lighthouse from a boat tour that left from New London,Ct. and it took us...  more »
  • By doourock
    The light house staff are friendly and knowledgeable. The will talk with you for hours if you wish and oh did my wife talk. We really enjoyed this experience and the amazing view. 
    The light house staff are friendly and knowledgeable. The will talk with you for hours if you wish and oh did my wife talk. We really enjoyed this experience and the amazing view.  more »
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