The fully restored and functional lighthouse is a living piece of maritime history. Both the Rose Island light station and Ft. Hamilton are open for guided tours daily between 10 am and 4 pm from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Other activities include beach combing, fishing, bird watching and swimming (no lifeguard). Picnic tables and public toilets are available. If you plan on visiting the Rose Island Lighthouse you will need to purchase a separate Landing Fee Ticket. Adults $10.00 – Children 12 and under $7.00. RILF members are not charged. The island is closed to the public during fundraisers. For more information: 401.847.4242.
View Ferry ScheduleBeavertail Lighthouse and Park
Jamestown Fire Memorial Museum
Claiborne Pell Newport Bridge
Fort Wetherill State Park
Artists can gather to explore Rose Island and paint "en plein air." Transportation from Fort Adams. May 2, 2020, 9:30am - 1:30pm (rain date is May 3, 2020, 9:30am - 1:30pm); $40 per artist, reserve your spot early.
Every Wednesday, take a walk with Rose Island staff and discuss nature and history. Check roseisland.org for times. Click on the Getting There button for Hop-On Hop-Off ferry tickets to Rose Island.
Welcome summer and taste some French rosé.
