Brenton Point State Park Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
state park of Rhode Island, United States
About Brenton Point State Park
The land on which the state park resides once belonged to William Brenton, an American Colonial official who moved from England to Rhode Island in 1673. He was the governor and deputy governor of Newport from 1660 – 1668 and resided at his estate, Hammersmith farm, part of which is now Brenton Point State Park. The land next passed to Theodore Davis, a lawyer and famous Egyptologist, who in 1889 constructed the “Reef”, a large, shingled mansion characterized by its tall chimneys, distinctive tower, and wide windows overlooking the sea. Davis also built the grand stables known as theCarriage House, the remains of which visitors may still see today, theTower, with a four-faced clock and musical chimes visitors today can still climb to get a better view of the area around the Point, and the s
Brenton Point State Park Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including: