Historic Preservation | Block Island Historical Society
18 Old Town Road, Block Island, RI 02807
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Admission: Adults $6, Seniors and Students $4; Members and Children Free. Walking Tours: Adults $15, Members $10, Children $5
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Description
The Museum has an extensive collection of significant artifacts related to Block Island’s history, from Manissean stone tools and points to early New England maritime and farming displays, colonial memorabilia and enlarged vintage photographs capturing life during the Victorian age. Two floors of exhibits include fine furniture, Victorian collectibles, textiles, quilts, boat models, tools, fishing gear, historic maps, and other interesting displays.
What's Here
Providing organization
Block Island Tourism Council
The Block Island Tourism Council is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the town of New Shoreham as a leisure travel destination. The BITC’s promotional efforts include publication of a travel planner; a year-long advertising campaign directed at our leisure tourism market; targeted sales efforts; public relations strategy; participation in numerous trade shows; and a comprehensive website. The BITC is available to assist travel professionals including media, tour operators, and travel agents, aid in planning a meeting or corporate event, and provide information to help visitors enjoy the destination.