Rhode Island tends to be one of those states that not a lot of outsiders know much about. Known as the smallest state with great beaches, other facts about the state tend to elude visitors. Here are 10 things even some of the locals might not know.
- Rhode Island was the first state to have an official state drink in the entire nation!
Wikipedia It comes as no surprise that it’s coffee milk.
- “Twas the Night Before Christmas,” was written in Rhode Island by newport local Clement Clarke Moore.
Wikipedia It was originally entitled “A Visit From St. Nicholas,” and was published in 1823.
- Rhode Island never ratified the 18th amendment.
Flickr/Sam Howzit The people of the smallest state simply couldn’t deal with life without their libations.
- Months before the Boston Tea Party, Rhode Islanders burned their own British war ship just off the coast!
Flickr/NVinacco This event is still celebrated each year during Gaspee Days festivities.
- Mr. Potato head was also invented in the state.
Flickr/Rodrigo Tejeda The Hasbro headquarters is still located in state so technically Rhode Island was the birthplace of many of our favorite toys.
- The Tennis Hall of Fame is located in the state.
Flickr/Wally Gobetz What a perfect place to visit to learn more about the state.
- The oldest tavern in continuous operation is found here.
Flickr/Wally Gobetz This place has been serving the people of Rhode Island since 1673.
- A former governor of Rhode Island was responsible for inventing the sideburn!
Flickr/Jim Surkamp He was clearly very dedicated to the style.
- The tallest point in Rhode Island is Jerimoth Hill.
Wikipedia It stands a modest 812 tall at its highest point.
- A Rhode Islander invented the diner.
Flickr/Rene Schwietzke The first diner was invented in 1872 by Walter Scott.
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Wikipedia
It comes as no surprise that it’s coffee milk.
Wikipedia
It was originally entitled “A Visit From St. Nicholas,” and was published in 1823.
Flickr/Sam Howzit
The people of the smallest state simply couldn’t deal with life without their libations.
Flickr/NVinacco
This event is still celebrated each year during Gaspee Days festivities.
Flickr/Rodrigo Tejeda
The Hasbro headquarters is still located in state so technically Rhode Island was the birthplace of many of our favorite toys.
Flickr/Wally Gobetz
What a perfect place to visit to learn more about the state.
This place has been serving the people of Rhode Island since 1673.
Flickr/Jim Surkamp
He was clearly very dedicated to the style.
It stands a modest 812 tall at its highest point.
Flickr/Rene Schwietzke
The first diner was invented in 1872 by Walter Scott.
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