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WarwickKent County,Rhode IslandThe Rhode Island state capital is Providence. What would you like to know about Warwick
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The population of Warwick is approximately 87,683 (2004).
The amount of land area in Warwick is 91.954 sq. kilometers.
Warwick elevation is 64 feet above sea level. The Warwick median home price is $111,700 (2000). Warwick miscellany. Return to Index Warwick location: in central Rhode Island. It is bordered by Cranston to the north, East Greenwich to the south West Warwick to the west and Narragansett Bay to the east. It is about five miles south of Providence. Boston is just 55 miles north while New York City is about 175 miles southwest. Other nearby communities include Cranston, East Providence, Barrington, West Warwick and Providence Here is a map page for Warwick and the area.
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The weather in Warwick is seasonal with average temperatures in the summer around 73 degrees and around 30 degrees in the winter. Precipitation tends to fall fairly evenly all year with slightly less during the summer months. Snow generally falls between November and March. History & History Related Items Warwick history: Warwick is awash in history. Soon after its founding in 1642 by Samuel Gorton, King Philip's War (1675-76) caused much destruction. While the tribe eventually lost and Massachusetts retained ownership of the lands, it decimated the area. At the time of the Revolutionary War, the first shot fired against the schooner, Gaspee, happened here. One of the war heroes, Nathaniel Greene, was from Warwick. In the Civil War, General George SEars Greene was also from Warwick. Here is a heritage page for Warwick. Here is a historical photo gallery for Warwick. Try another history page for the area. This history page gives a short summary. Warwick attractions: Try this page for great information about visiting Warwick and the area. Warwick is sometimes referred to as Rhode Island's Retail Capital due to its many shops, stores and restaurants. Warwick is made up of over 30 villages each unique and historic. Historic walking tours are available in many places throughout the area. It also has over 39 miles of shoreline to enjoy. Lighthouses in the area. Warwick Museum of Art Historical Sites in and around Warwick. Return to Index
Warwick economy: diverse and business-friendly. It is only minutes from Providence, the state capital, and the T.F. Green regional airport is highly rated and right in town. Contribute information free or for a small service charge for this community or any other community in the USA Be sure to include the name of the community and its state when contacting Key to the City as you are NOT directly contacting this community. Learn how to advertise on Key to the City Choose a new community in the state of Rhode Island
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