Explore the cities, localities, and regional context that make up Rhode Island.
Rhode Island is a state of the United States.
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Regional answer
Where does Rhode Island fit?
Rhode Island is a state of the United States. This directory lists 54 cities and localities in Rhode Island.
Country
United States
Administrative type
State
Listed localities
54
About Rhode Island
Rhode Island is the smallest state in the United States by area, set on Narragansett Bay in New England, yet rich in coastline, history and charm. Its capital and largest city is Providence. Nicknamed the Ocean State, it was a pioneer of religious freedom and the first colony to declare independence from Britain.
Despite its tiny size, Rhode Island has a deeply indented coastline of bays, inlets and islands, with hundreds of miles of shoreline along Narragansett Bay and the Atlantic. The terrain is low and gently rolling. The climate is humid continental, moderated by the sea.
Rhode Island culture is tied to the sea, with sailing, seafood and the Gilded Age mansions of Newport. Providence offers a lively arts and food scene, and the state has a strong Italian American and maritime heritage.
Founded by Roger Williams in 1636 as a refuge for religious dissenters, Rhode Island championed tolerance and was the first colony to renounce allegiance to Britain in 1776. It was the last of the original thirteen to ratify the Constitution, becoming the 13th state in 1790.
Key facts
The capital and largest city is Providence.
It is the smallest US state by area.
It is nicknamed the Ocean State.
It became the 13th US state in 1790.
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Rhode Island is the smallest state in the United States by area, set on Narragansett Bay in New England, yet rich in coastline, history and charm. Its capital and largest city is Providence. Nicknamed the Ocean State, it was a pioneer of religious freedom and the first colony to declare independence from Britain.
