East Beach in Charlestown takes up three miles of shoreline connected to popular beaches like Misquamicut, East Beach in Westerly, and the Breachway. East Beach offers a limited amount of passes each year to Rhode Island and out-of-state residents to drive on the beach and camp. To make it more of a seaside treasure, workers only let 30 people enter the beach at one time.
Watch Hill Lighthouse is one of the most historical spots in Westerly, RI. This lighthouse’s story began back in 1745. The Watch Hill Lighthouse served as a nautical beacon for ships during the French and Indian War and Revolutionary War. Nowadays, this 200-year-old lighthouse has become one of the best spots to see some of the best views in the state.
The Memorial and Library Association of Westerly was originally established in 1892 to commemorate the volunteer soldiers and sailors who fought in the Civil War. When it first opened, it was open 24 hours each week and included a bowling alley, gym, and art gallary. Nowadays, the library is open 60 hours each week and now includes more than 199,000 items, including magazines, books, CDs, and DVDs. The library is located in Wilcox Park, a beautiful landscape defined by an open meadow area with surrounding trees, a fish pond, monuments, and perennial gardens.
The next must-visit place on our list is Grey Sail Brewery. Grey Sail Brewery isn’t a beach, lighthouse, or library but is still family-friendly. Grey Sail is a relatively new brewery, beginning in early 2018, but it is a household name for many Rhode Islanders. They produce over 4,000 barrels of hand-crafted beer each year, which is distributed throughout New England.