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Old Windmill

The 1787 landmark -- owned by the Jamestown Historical Society -- has undergone a complete makeover. Visitors will note the improvements when they take the tour. The neatest part? The machine room on the third floor where you actually get to see how it all works.

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Location	North Rd. (off Rte. 138) Jamestown Rhode Island 02835
Phone	401-423-1798
Website	http://www.jamestown-ri.info/VisitingNewport.htm Shop and eat in the East Ferry area or tour the island stopping to see Beavertail lighthouse, the old Jamestown Windmill, or enjoy nature and history at Watson Farm. There are many more things to see and do in South County, Providence and other nearby areas. If you wish, you can leave your car in Newport and take a ferry to Jamestown ...