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Town in Rhode Island, United States
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Tiverton is a town in Newport County, eastern Rhode Island, that borders Massachusetts. Founded in 1694, Tiverton has grown from its origins as a farming community into a picturesque summer resort and residential suburb.
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Open: May-September, 2-4:30PM. Located in Tiverton’s 4-Corners National Register Historic District, this historical building hosts special exhibits throughout the season. Built in the late 17th or early 18th century and now owned by the Tiverton Historical Society, this 3/4 cape with gambrel roof was home to whaling captains and their families, descendants of one of the first twenty seven freemen listed as original residents of Tiverton. The house and grounds retain many of the original features of a colonial farm, including a corn-crib and wash house.
Home to the historic Soule-Seabury House built about 1800, and contains over an acre of landscaped grounds used for exhibits, concerts, outdoor dance, sculpture, theater, and special events.
For nature lovers, Weetamoo Woods (named after an Indian Squaw Sachem) offers the perfect place to observe the beauty of the outdoors and learn a little history, too. While exploring one or more of the four trails this 450-acre preserve has to offer, you can visit the remains of the Borden Sawmill that was built back in the 18th century. The site also includes the ruins of mill worker homes and cellar holes, with gardens still apparent. Also, for those whose interests are geared more toward plant life, this link (https://riwps.org/on-the-trail/weetamoo-woods-tiverton-ri/) will provide you with a list of all plants and trees that can be found in Weetamoo Woods.
One of the only horse friendly areas in Tiverton that is open to the public. While there are many other locations in Tiverton housing horses, they are all either privately owned or for boarding purposes only. Roseland Acres, in the southern part of the town near the Historical Tiverton Four Corners, is a family-owned facility that offers horseback riding lessons (with an indoor ring), summer camps, and one-to-two hour trail rides.
A tranquil, relaxing spot to enjoy yourself and the sights of Narragansett Bay. Sea birds build their nests along the rocky shoreline. Offers a candid view of the Newport Bridge. You can also enjoy a view of the Portsmouth shoreline and the Sakonnet River. Fogland also provides an excellent windsurfing area. Nearby Grinnell's Beach is a great family beach, and has a miniature park right in the sand. The Seapowet Marsh and Point Fishing Area has various coastal habitats and are popular for shellfishing. Shopping can be enjoyed at the Grand Central Shopping Center.
Mediterranean and modern American-style food featuring seasonal ingredients and changing seasonal menus. Prime rib, swordfish, scallops, etc.
Just off of Stafford Road, Barcello’s is part family restaurant, part lounge whose menu consists of a combination of American and Portuguese dishes.
Waterfront Dining
The Boat House is the quintessential seafood spot within the gates of the Villages on Mount Hope Bay condominium complex. Outdoor and indoor seating with picturesque views of the Sakonnet River. The cuisine boasts a menu of fresh seafood and local produce, taking its cue from the picturesque backdrop of the Sakonnet River.
Summer, Monday-Thursday 11:30am – 8:30pm, Friday-Sunday 11:30am – 9PM. Evelyn’s is the local clam shack, serving classic seafood dishes, such as batter-fried belly clams, clam cakes, and chowder. Located on the water at Nanaquaket Pond, Evelyn’s Drive-In offers patio seating that provides its customers with a waterside view while they eat. Evelyn's Drive-In was featured on the Food Network's television show "Diners, Drive-ins and Dives" for its exceptional food.
M-Th 11AM–8PM, F 11AM-9PM, Sa 8AM-9PM, Su 8AM–8PM. A family restaurant in historic Tiverton Four Corners that serves traditional American cuisine.
Kitchen open 6:30am – 8pm. Located at Historic Tiverton Four Corners, Gray’s is an award-winning ice cream shop, voted Best in Rhode Island, that serves homemade ice cream in over 40 different flavors, including seasonal flavors such as pumpkin and eggnog.
Family Ties is a great place to go for breakfast or lunch with your family. The portions are generous, the prices are affordable, and the taste is home made!
The Moose Cafe is a great little place to stop in for a variety of snacks or light meals. This quaint little shop offers everything from coffee and espresso drinks to over 300 flavors of gourmet soft serve ice cream. They also offer up homemade treats such as "Moose Bars" and handmade ice cream cakes. This is a summer favorite for those who prefer soft serve ice cream over the traditional hard. Whether you're looking to have an informal lunch with friends by this cafe's cozy fireplace, or want to take your family out for ice cream and sit at one of their outside patio tables, the Moose Cafe is a great place to stop at while you're in town!
Coastal Roasters is THE spot in Tiverton to go for the true coffee lover. This seaside coffee shop is the perfect place to stop in while on a morning stroll along the water or just on your way to work. With beans such as Sakonnet Area, The Americas, Africa/Arabia, Indonesia and various Islands, Coastal Roasters ensures that the beans are roasted fresh daily and done so in small batches to ensure quality. The crew at Coastal Roasters is also nice enough to spread their love of coffee, to those who can't stop by their Tiverton store, by offering the option to order coffee beans online! For those who think that's not enough, they also have a coffee of the month club as well!
Not far from Coastal Roasters and Evelyn's Drive-In, the Black Goose Cafe is also a quaint waterside venue. The Black Goose Cafe offers items such as artisan paninis, bagels, pastries and a variety of hot and cold drinks. When you visit the Black Goose Cafe you can go to the front counter and order the items of your choosing, and then when you pick your table (which you can choose from indoor and outdoor seating) they'll bring your selection right over to you at your table. The Black Goose Cafe is an ideal location to sit and enjoy a light meal while watching the sunset on the water.
The Moulin Rouge is one of the best kept secrets of this quiet little town. This spot offers French Cuisine in a relaxed and enjoyable setting. The entrée prices range from about $15-$25 and everyone leaves raving about this hidden gem. Whether you like the movie or not, if you enjoy French Cuisine, you're sure to have an enjoyable time at Tiverton's only French Restaurant. Be sure to try the Crepes Suzette!
Main Road. A center for antiques, fine art, decorative crafts, and cozy shops in a quaint New England village of 18th-century buildings. On the National Register of Historic Places since 1974.
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