Warwick Light

Warwick Light is a white cylindrical lighthouse with a black lantern house standing at the edge of Warwick Neck to guide ships in Narragansett Bay. The structure was built in 1932 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The first lighthouse here was built in 1827, but the current structure dates to 1932 and was automated in 1985. These changes show how coastal navigation evolved and adapted over time.

The keeper's residence shows Stick-Eastlake design and reflects how maritime communities shaped this Rhode Island coast. Walking around the property, you notice the careful woodwork and details that were typical of homes built for lighthouse keepers.

Remember that this is a working navigation aid visible from the shoreline, so the best times to see it clearly are during daylight hours. Access to the site is best from Warwick Neck, where the lighthouse is open to view from public areas nearby.

The fog signal system uses a single horn sound that blasts every fifteen seconds to warn ships during low visibility. This distinctive sound is recognizable to sailors on the bay and sets it apart from most modern electronic navigation systems.

Location: Warwick

Inception: 1827

Height: 15.5 m

GPS coordinates: 41.66694,-71.37861

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:22