Rhode Island became the 13th state on May 29, 1790. Providence is the state capital. There are currently 5 counties each with a courthouse.
Click on a county below to learn more:
| Bristol | Kent | Newport | Providence | Washington |
Highest Point – Jerimoth Hill ( 812 feet ) is located in Providence County.
Lowest Point – Atlantic Ocean (sea level )
Oldest Courthouse still in use – Kent County (1804)
Oldest Former Courthouse – Newport County (1739)
State House – Providence