The year was 1879 and John Dodge finally moved into his dream house on Beacon Hill. It was beautifully designed and lovingly built especially for his family. One hundred nine … Read More
In Rhode Island, historic preservation is at the intersection of sustainable development and fiscal responsibility. Historic preservation pays dividends for Rhode Island. However, there is a risk that the contribution … Read More
I have a long history of loving, admiring and enjoying the old houses and buildings of Block Island. I am lucky that I happen to own an 1879 charmer. I … Read More
Mary Newhouse founded Scenic Block Island in 1989. Mary’s daughter Andrea Newhouse Moynier shared some of her favorite memories from that time. Scenic Block Island (SBI) grew from two other … Read More
In January of 2011, following a winter storm with wind gusts reaching 90 miles-per-hour, the Spring House Pump House had received such significant damage… Read More
