Jenks Park & Cogswell Tower
Jenks Park & Cogswell Tower, Historic district park with tower in Central Falls, Rhode Island
The 5-acre Jenks Park features stone walkways leading to Cogswell Tower, a 70-foot structure with four clock faces overlooking the city landscape.
The land was donated by Alvin Jenks in 1890, and Caroline Cogswell funded the construction of the tower in 1904, designed by architect Albert H. Humes.
Native American scouts used Dexter's Ledge within the park to monitor colonial troops during the conflicts of King Philip's War in 1676.
The park provides the only large public green space in Central Falls, offering walkways, iron umbrellas, and elevated views of the surrounding area.
The tower rests upon a brick barrel vault atop Dexter's Ledge, where a significant colonial battle known as Pierce's Fight occurred along the Blackstone River.
Location: Rhode Island
GPS coordinates: 41.88750,-71.38917
Latest update: March 19, 2025 07:54
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