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The Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum in Bristol is a summer estate that sits on 33 acres of land with majestic views of Narragansett Bay.

  • Question: Why is the Blithewold estate significant to American history?
    • Answer: This nationally significant estate is supremely important to American history as it features one of the only authentic, matured examples of the Country Place Era.
  • Question: What does the Blithewold estate consist of?
    • Answer: Blithewold consists of 45 preserved rooms with family heirlooms, a greenhouse, and an array of beautiful gardens surrounding the property.
  • Question: What is unique about the gardens at Blithewold?
    • Answer: Each garden has a specific personality, whether it is mysterious, poetic, practical, or exotic.
  • Question: What can guests discover inside the Blithewold estate?
    • Answer: Inside the estate, guests will note several collections and exhibits that display late 19th and early 20th-century New England culture.

101 Ferry Road, Bristol, RI, Phone: 401-253-2707

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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