Smith's Castle

Smith's Castle is a colonial wooden house near Wickford village built in the style typical of early New England construction. The rectangular structure displays features characteristic of American colonial architecture from that era.

Richard Smith founded a trading post on this land in 1637, which later developed into the house built in 1678. The original structure had been destroyed in an earlier attack.

The site shows traces of early contact between European settlers and the Narragansett people who originally lived here. Visitors can see archaeological finds that tell the story of this shared past.

The house is in an open setting that becomes accessible during certain seasons and offers guided tours. It helps to check ahead about current visiting hours and which tours are available.

The property holds burial grounds of around 40 soldiers from King Philip's War, a major conflict in early American history. This quiet cemetery marks a turning point in the region's past.

Location: Rhode Island

Architectural style: American colonial architecture

GPS coordinates: 41.58333,-71.45444

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:41