27-630: The Towers is a historic structure located at 35 Ocean Road in Narragansett, Rhode Island . It is the only remnant of the Narragansett Pier Casino built in the 1880s. On November 25, 1969, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places . The Narragansett Pier Casino was the center of social life in Narragansett during the late 19th century. The Narragansett Pier Casino rivaled
54-475: A former military fort ( Fort Greene ) and a campground. Three beaches in Narragansett that are most famous are: Narragansett operates its own Pre-K through 12 educational system with three schools: Narragansett Elementary School, Narragansett Pier Middle School, and Narragansett High School . The Narragansett High School principal, Mr. Daniel F. Warner, was voted the 2008 Principal of the Year. The South County Museum
81-634: A narrow strip of land running along the eastern bank of the Pettaquamscutt River (aka Narrow River) to the shore of Narragansett Bay on the Atlantic Ocean . It was separated from South Kingstown in 1888 and incorporated as a town in 1901. With several ocean beaches and a walkable strip along the ocean front, Narragansett is a resort area in the summer season as well as a popular East Coast surfing spot due to frequent southerly swells from Atlantic Ocean. For geographic and demographic information on
108-574: A theater, a bandstand, a ballroom, and a beautiful beach. The Narragansett Pier Casino thrived during the Gilded Age until it burned down during the Great Fire of September 12, 1900. That day, a fire broke out in the neighboring Rockingham Hotel. The flames spread quickly to the Casino, leaving only the granite walls of The Towers standing. More recently Hurricane Sandy has uncovered the foundation and part of
135-513: Is located in the Köppen climate classification Cfa (mild temperate climate). The period from May through mid November is often warm to mild (occasionally hot in June, July, and August) with frequent sunny skies and modest rainfall. The cold season from December through March features cool to cold weather with high temperatures from 40 F (4.4 C) to 49 F (9.4 C). Normally snowfall is light and melts quickly due to
162-454: Is located within the town. The Narragansett Bay Campus of the University of Rhode Island is located in Narragansett. Narragansett has prohibited more than three college students from living together per housing unit. The town is served by two drinking water organizations divided into four systems: According to Narragansett's 2012 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, the top employers in
189-606: The American Revolution , the British controlled Narragansett Bay and raided and burned the farms on Point Judith and the surrounding areas in the late 1770s under Captain Wallace. During World War II, Fort Greene was built with 16-inch guns and others to control the approaches to Narragansett Bay. Point Judith is the site of the last sinking of an Allied ship in the Atlantic Ocean during World War II . On May 5, 1945, at 05:40,
216-658: The German submarine U-853 torpedoed the collier , SS Black Point , en route to Boston , She was within sight of the United States Coast Guard lighthouse station at Point Judith. The lookout at the lighthouse was just preparing to enter the sighting in his logbook when he heard the sound of the torpedo exploding as it hit the ship. Black Point sank within twenty-five minutes. Twelve lives were lost among her crew, while thirty-four survivors were rescued. The resulting United States Navy and Coast Guard hunt for
243-658: The Newport Casino ’s popularity as a resort for the social elite until it burned to the ground in 1900. Built between 1883 and 1886, the Narragansett Pier Casino was a fine example of Victorian Shingle style architecture (a variation of Queen Anne style architecture in the United States ), designed by McKim, Mead, and White . The Casino offered a variety of sports, including boating, tennis, billiards, bowling, cards, and shooting, restaurants, stores, reading rooms,
270-525: The census of 2000, there were 16,361 people, 6,846 households, and 3,847 families residing in the town. The population density was 1,156.5 inhabitants per square mile (446.5/km ). There were 9,159 housing units at an average density of 647.4 per square mile (250.0/km ). The racial makeup of the town was 95.84% White , 0.75% African American , 0.90% Native American , 0.76% Asian , 0.02% Pacific Islander , 0.34% from other races , and 1.40% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.25% of
297-569: The U-853 is now often referred to as the Battle of Point Judith . A United States Navy frigate , destroyers , destroyer escorts , and Coast Guard cutters converged on the waters off Point Judith. Attacks with depth charges and hedgehogs continued until the U-853's destruction was confirmed the next morning by two blimps which dropped a few bombs on the Germans. U-853 may have been the last U-boat to sink
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#1733086149999324-424: The age of 18; 38.0% were married couples living together; 36.7% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 41.9% of households consisted of individuals and 20.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.0 and the average family size was 2.5. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 42.3% of the population. 9.9% of
351-404: The average family size was 2.86. In the town, the population was spread out, with 17.3% under the age of 18, 19.6% from 18 to 24, 25.0% from 25 to 44, 24.6% from 45 to 64, and 13.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.4 males. The median income for a household in the town
378-590: The background of the Rhode Island–based cartoon Family Guy , episode " Peter's Got Woods ," when Peter rides by on a tandem bicycle with James Woods, both engaged in song. Narragansett, Rhode Island Narragansett is a town in Washington County , Rhode Island , United States. The population was 14,532 at the 2020 census . However, during the summer months the town's population more than doubles to near 34,000. The town of Narragansett occupies
405-423: The city are: Thirteen different buildings and districts in Narragansett are listed on the National Register of Historic Places : Point Judith Point Judith is a village and a small cape , on the coast of Narragansett, Rhode Island , on the western side of Narragansett Bay where it opens out onto Rhode Island Sound . It is the location for the year-round ferry service that connects Block Island to
432-627: The land adjacent to The Towers, as well as the land next door, where the Casino once stood, that now includes a lawn and a courtyard with a fountain. Events such as The Blessing of the Fleet road race and festival, local art festivals, the Lighting of the town Christmas tree, and many beautiful weddings. The Casino at the Narragansett Towers is also the location of the first reports of the now-popular seafood dish " clams casino ." The Towers can be seen in
459-501: The mainland and contains the fishing hamlet of Galilee, Rhode Island . Point Judith was either named for Judith Thatcher or Judith Hull. Judith Thatcher was a passenger on a small vessel with her father when it ran aground on the point and was almost wrecked. Judith is said to have rendered great service and as a result the vessel was saved. In remembrance of this the crew called the point after her name. According to Edmund Quincy's 1874 biography of his father Josiah Quincy, Point Judith
486-660: The oceanic location. The area averages about 200 frost - free days annually. Narragansett averages 2300 hrs of sunshine annually (slightly higher than the USA average). Narragansett is located in USDA garden zone 7a/7b. The 2020 United States census counted 3,308 people, 1,596 households, and 954 families in Narragansett Pier. The population density was 927.4 per square mile (358.1/km ). There were 2,310 housing units at an average density of 647.6 per square mile (250.0/km ). The racial makeup
513-498: The old boardwalk belonging to the old casino that had been buried by sand. Today, the Narragansett Towers are the only remaining part of the original Narragansett Pier Casino, having survived a number of fires, nor'easters, and hurricanes. one of the most recognizable landmarks in Narragansett. The Towers currently hosts weddings, dances, dinners, plays, and fashion shows. Its location adjacent to Narragansett town beach makes it an ideal venue for social events. Many events take place on
540-399: The population was under the age of 18, 10.9% from 18 to 24, 15.4% from 25 to 44, 30.6% from 45 to 64, and 33.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 56.6 years. For every 100 females, the population had 110.6 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 113.2 males. The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income
567-407: The population. There were 6,846 households, out of which 22.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.6% were married couples living together, 8.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 43.8% were non-families. Of all households 27.2% were made up of individuals, and 9.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.38 and
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#1733086149999594-403: The total population in poverty. This large college factor, in a relatively small community, has a profound impact on the overall poverty rate. From September through May the town is home to many students from the University of Rhode Island located in nearby Kingston. Narragansett is known for its summer recreation and beaches. Fishermen's Memorial State Park , located near Galilee, contains
621-790: The village of Narragansett Pier, which is part of Narragansett, see the article on Narragansett Pier . According to the United States Census Bureau , the town has a total area of 37.8 square miles (98 km ), of which, 14.1 square miles (37 km ) of it is land and 23.6 square miles (61 km ) of it (62.56%) is water. The following villages and neighborhoods are wholly or partially located in Narragansett: Saunderstown (shared with North Kingstown ), South Ferry, Bonnet Shores , Narragansett Pier , Point Judith , Galilee , Great Island, Salt Pond, Mettatuxet, and Jerusalem (shared with South Kingstown ). Narragansett
648-520: Was $ 50,363, and the median income for a family was $ 67,571. Males had a median income of $ 45,436 versus $ 31,759 for females. The per capita income for the town was $ 28,194. About 4.9% of families and 16.0% of the population were below the poverty line , including 8.4% of those under age 18 and 5.0% of those age 65 or over. In 2010, Narragansett was estimated to have 2,743 people in poverty; college students represented 71% of that group, and in comparison, statewide college students make up only 13.7 percent of
675-457: Was $ 79,056 (with a margin of error of +/- $ 16,106) and the median family income was $ 125,357 (+/- $ 25,707). Males had a median income of $ 52,738 (+/- $ 15,287) versus $ 20,882 (+/- $ 20,090) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $ 31,056 (+/- $ 18,353). Approximately, 8.2% of families and 17.9% of the population were below the poverty line , including 0.0% of those under the age of 18 and 8.0% of those ages 65 or over. As of
702-437: Was 92.08% (3,046) white or European American (91.54% non-Hispanic white ), 1.03% (34) black or African-American , 0.48% (16) Native American or Alaska Native , 1.84% (61) Asian , 0.06% (2) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian , 0.94% (31) from other races , and 3.57% (118) from two or more races . Hispanic or Latino of any race was 2.0% (66) of the population. Of the 1,596 households, 10.0% had children under
729-592: Was named after Judith Hull by her husband John Hull . In the mid-17th Century Point Judith was mined by Hull in the search for "black lead", hoping to find silver. Hull was the treasurer and minted coinage for the Massachusetts Bay Colony . Unsuccessful with this endeavor, Hull established a business to raise coach horses for sale within New England but also for plantations in Virginia and Barbados . During
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