Fry's Hamlet Historic District

Fry's Hamlet Historic District is a historic district in East Greenwich, Rhode Island. The district encompasses about 272 acres (110 ha) of a predominantly rural and agricultural landscape. The central characteristic of the district is a cluster of three farmsteads, including four primary dwellings, four barns, and numerous additional outbuildings. Three of the four houses were built in the 18th century, and are associated with the Fry and Spencer families that long farmed this area.[2]

Fry's Hamlet Historic District
Fry's Hamlet Historic District is located in Rhode Island
Fry's Hamlet Historic District
Fry's Hamlet Historic District is located in the United States
Fry's Hamlet Historic District
Location2068, 2153, 2196, and 2233 South County Trail,
East Greenwich, Rhode Island
Coordinates41°38′15″N 71°29′40″W
Area272 acres (110 ha)
Built1735
Architectural styleGreek Revival, Federal
NRHP reference No.85003161[1]
Added to NRHPDecember 20, 1985

The district was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1985.[1]

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