Why You Should Go...
Experience Blithewold Mansion, Gardens, and Arboretum, a historic site in Bristol, RI. Explore the Mansion's two floors, primarily furnished and decorated with original objects. Visit the Mansion and the grounds to learn more about the Van Wickle family and appreciate the spectacular art and architecture of the era.
Discover the breathtaking Gardens sprawling across the thirty-three-acre estate. The Gardens are meticulously maintained and constantly reimagined by Blithewold's dedicated horticultural staff.
Spring is an inspiring time to visit, as thousands of daffodils and other spring bulbs blanket the Bosquet and surrounding areas.
Enjoy a plethora of fun, creative, and educational programming at Blithewold, from workshops and lectures to discovery walks, concerts, and vacation camps.
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Why You Should Go...
Experience Blithewold Mansion, Gardens, and Arboretum, a historic site in Bristol, RI. Explore the Mansion's two floors, primarily furnished and decorated with original objects. Visit the Mansion and the grounds to learn more about the Van Wickle family and appreciate the spectacular art and architecture of the era.
Discover the breathtaking Gardens sprawling across the thirty-three-acre estate. The Gardens are meticulously maintained and constantly reimagined by Blithewold's dedicated horticultural staff.
Spring is an inspiring time to visit, as thousands of daffodils and other spring bulbs blanket the Bosquet and surrounding areas.
Enjoy a plethora of fun, creative, and educational programming at Blithewold, from workshops and lectures to discovery walks, concerts, and vacation camps.
What You Should Know...
Open:
Seasonally: April, May, June, July, August, September, October
Cost: Less than $25
Payment: Cash, Travelers Check, MC, Visa
Discounts: Children, Seniors, Students, Groups, Military
Access: Wheelchair, Public Transportation, Service Animals
Parking: Free On-site, Bus
Available: Self-Guided Tour, Guided Tour, Private Tour, Kids Activities, Gift Shop, Souvenirs
Extra Fun...
Fun Facts
The Mansion is Blithewold II, as the first Blithewold Mansion was destroyed by a fire in 1906. Thankfully, many of the furnishings in the Mansion were able to be saved.
Blithewold’s grounds boast the largest Sequoia east of the Rocky Mountains.
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