East Greenwich, Rhode Island
Population: 12,948
Located in Kent County
East Greenwich, Rhode IslandFrom the colonial homes that hug the side of its downtown hill as it recedes to its marina filled shore, all the way to the executive homes filling its western fields and woods, East Greenwich is the prime West Bay community. East Greenwich is well known for its' school system, the easy access to Narragansett Bay from its marinas, and maintaining a small town atmosphere is a growing community. East Greenwich is an easy 15 minutes from Route 4 to Interstate 95 into Providence. East Greenwich is geographically located in the center of the State of Rhode Island, fifteen miles south of the State capitol in Providence. East Greenwich is the eighth oldest community in the state. The town faces picturesque Narragansett Bay, and has the beauty and appeal of a seaport setting. Green hills, blue water, and quaint historic homes combine to produce a uniquely charming atmosphere. East Greenwich, as all of Rhode Island, was originally owned by the Indians who lived here. Their lands were purchased by English settlers directly from the chief. Lands were also acquired by King's Charter, such as that granted to Roger Williams in 1644. East Greenwich was owned and inhabited by the Narragansett Tribe. By the King's Commission in 1665, it was acquired with the rest of the Narragansett Country as part of the Colony of Rhode Island. From 1675 to 1677, the Narragansett's, along with other New England Tribes, waged the King Philip's War against the settlers. It was not until their leader, King Philip, was killed at Mount Hope in Bristol that the war came to an end. East Greenwich was incorporated as a town at the end of King Philip's war in 1667. The town was named for East Greenwich, County of Kent in England. The name East Greenwich, Rhode Island was changed to Dedford in 1688. In 1689 however, Dedford became East Greenwich once again. It was believed that East Greenwich could become the seat of State Government because of its advantageous location. In fact, for a time the General Assembly met in the town and it became known as a center of learning and culture. Today, East Greenwich is a thriving community, ideally located, compactly planned, culturally alert and suburban in character. East Greenwich claims a distinction and individuality all its own. Find homes for sale in East Greenwich Rhode Island
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