Barrington, Rhode Island
Barrington
In 2005, CNN/Money and Money magazine ranked Barrington sixth on its list of the 100 Best Places to Live. With its high median income, top-rated school system and low crime rate, it's easy to understand why this historic seaside village enjoys such a high ranking. The quality of life here is superb-a shining example of residential bliss. This family-friendly town is home to several historic districts and well-preserved examples of achitectural styles ranging from Elizabethan Revival to Queen Anne to Gothic and Medieval inspired styles.
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Charlestown's sheltered salt ponds, coves, and tributaries provide wonderful settings with a variety of conditions for canoeists and kayakers. Extensive trails and conservation areas provide entertainment for hikers, campers, and birding enthusiasts alike. The darkest sky between New York and Boston can be found here, and residents can enjoy it every Friday night at the Frosty Drew Observatory when it opens to the public.
History
Once an important location for the Narragansett and Niantic tribes, Charlestown is home to many historic and prehistoric landmarks. With the arrival of Europeans settlers, farming, industry, and ultimately tourism came to the region. Charlestown thrives on this sense of history and place. Thanks to the efforts of organizations such as the Charlestown Land Trust, development has been limited. Open spaces have been preserved and the seasonal farmers market is a mainstay of the Charlestown community.
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