Welcome to a journey through Pawtuxet Village, one of New England’s most attractive and historic locations. Situated where the Pawtuxet River meets Narragansett Bay, this village is unique for spanning both Warwick and Cranston. While Pawtuxet exudes charm today, its “stormy beginning” in 1638 was rife with controversy and treason. Discover the site of America’s “First Blow for Freedom,” where Rhode Island patriots burned the British schooner Gaspee in 1772. Like the physical bridge connecting its two cities, Pawtuxet’s vibrant history bridges nearly four centuries of lasting American heritage. Explore!
