As part of Lincoln’s Great Road Historic District, this
scenic, winding road with its historic homes, farms and
mills, retains much of its early rural character. Your tour
encompasses over 300 years of architectural and cultural
development along America’s first ‘super highway.’
Our earliest settlers were self-sufficient and
hardworking. Bit by bit, household improvements and
advancements of technology provided more ease and
convenience. Great Road reflects this progression, leaving
an unbroken trail of evidence marking change and
improvement. From Colonial “stone-ender” to Victorian manor,
Great Road is a journey through time.
| Eleazer Arnold House – (1693) This
Historic New England
property and national historic landmark, is the oldest home
in Lincoln. We’ll tour the interior of this early “stone
ender.” (Or opt for short “History Hike” on your own to
Chase Farm Park in lieu of a complete house tour.) |
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| Hearthside House –
Built in 1810 by Stephen Hopkins Smith and
noted as one of the finest examples of early
19th century federal-style houses in the
state, Hearthside is known as “the house
that love built” because of the romantic
story behind the building of this beautiful
fieldstone house. It has ten fireplaces, and
is listed on the
National Register
of Historic Places. During our visit, Hearthside
is featuring a Civil War exhibit. |
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| Hannaway Blacksmith Shop – Built in 1850 by William Hannaway, today’s shop is actively engaged in keeping the
craft alive. The sights, sounds and smells of forging iron
attest to the demands of the times. |
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| Valentine Whitman House - (1694) Whitman was a friend of
Roger Williams, founder of Rhode Island. The first town
meeting of old Smithfield, which then included what is now
Lincoln, was held in this house in 1730. Another great
example of a rare “stone-ender.” |
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| Saylesville Meeting House – Step within the oldest
Friends meeting house in continuous use in New England.
Perfectly suited to its purpose, it reveals a subtle display
of craft and fine workmanship. A large cemetery adjoins the
meetinghouse. |
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| Captain Wilbur Kelly House – Situated alongside the
Historic Blackstone Canal in the quaint mill village of
Quinnville, this compact museum displays
exhibits on canal, railroad and highway
commerce at a time when cultures of farm and
factory overlapped. |
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Note: Some sites may not be completely accessible for all
disabilities
| Price: |
$53.00 plus RI sales tax |
| Includes:
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*Boxed
lunch, motorcoach transportation, all admissions,
professional guide |
| Meets at: |
Warwick Mall (Near
Firestone and Target) |
| Check-In: |
8:00 am |
| Departs: |
8:30 am |
| Attire: |
Casual. Dress for
weather, sturdy shoes. |
| Returns: |
Approx. 4:00 pm |
*Lunch Choices: Ham, roast beef,
turkey. Bulky roll or wheat wrap. Vegetarian lunch
available upon request.
Though never required,
it is customary to personally extend a
gratuity to your motorcoach driver and your
tour guide. A modest ‘thank you’ would be a
dollar or two per person, or more if it is
well earned, within your budget and
commensurate to their service. Group
collections are discouraged.
Please see our FAQ page for important details
about your tour.
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