Smith's Castle

Smith's Castle is the site of 17th century trading posts established by Roger Williams, the founder of Rhode Island, and Richard Smith. Destroyed during King Philip's War, it was rebuilt by Richard Smith, Jr. in 1678 and bequeathed to Lodowick Updike in 1692. Expanded in 1740 by Daniel Updike, Attorney General of Rhode Island for 26 years, it became a thriving 18th century plantation. Following a brief 20th century revival as a dairy enterprise, the property was purchased and restored by the Cocumscussoc Association in 1949. Today, an award-winning restoration, with an 18th century style garden, it provides a look at four centuries of Rhode Island history. [text and photo courtesy of wickford.com} FIND OUT MORE ABOUT SMITH'S CASTLE