Lime Rock

Lime Rock is a historic district in Lincoln, Rhode Island that contains multiple residential buildings spanning different construction periods. The houses show varying architectural styles and building methods that evolved across generations of development.

The district developed as the area transitioned from farmland to residential communities during Rhode Island's growth. Its listing on the National Register reflects the importance of preserving this transition in local history.

The buildings within the district present examples of construction methods and residential patterns that defined New England communities.

You can walk through the neighborhood on public streets to view the historic houses from the outside. Local historical organizations and official registers provide detailed information about individual buildings in the district.

The district maintains structures from multiple development periods, documenting the transformation from agricultural to residential land use patterns.

Location: Lincoln

GPS coordinates: 41.92770,-71.45570

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:21