Trip 113: Smithfield, RI

February 24, 2011

Trip 113: Smithfield, RIChristopher Setterlund: In My Footsteps
February 24, 2011

“With a rich, and sometimes controversial history, the small town of Smithfield is a very interesting place to visit. Settled by British colonists in the 1600’s as a farming village Smithfield was considered a part of neighboring Providence until it was incorporated as its own town in 1731. Once known as ‘Apple Valley’ due to its many orchards in the early 20th century Smithfield is now more of a suburban area though not losing its grip on small town charm. …”

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Tracing the roots of a Smithfield treasure

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Rhode Island isn’t just about Providence and Newport. While those cities often take center stage due to the number of historical properties within their borders, Little Rhody’s more rural communities should not be neglected by the heritage-minded traveler. Smithfield, for instance, offers the Smith-Appleby House Museum, a restored twelve-room farmhouse situated on the northwestern shore of Georgiaville Pond.  Read more: Smith-Appleby House Museum.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

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