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Introduction to Portsmouth, Rhode Island
Portsmouth, Rhode Island, in Newport county, is 8 miles SW of Fall River, Massachusetts (center to center) and 53 miles S of Boston, Massachusetts. The town has a population of 17,149.
Portsmouth History
A group of religious dissenters settled Portsmouth in 1638. They came from Boston Colony and included Dr. John Clarke, Anne Hutchinson, and William Coddington. The area was originally called Pocasset by the native Indians. It was officially named Portsmouth in May, 1639. It was named after Portsmouth in New Hampshire, England. The town was formally established by the signatories of the Portsmouth Compact.
Portsmouth and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Portsmouth
Portsmouth is home to several historic sites including the Battle of Rhode Island Site, a partially preserved area where the Battle of Rhode Island was fought in 1778. The Colt State Park spreads over 464 acres and has beautiful manicured lawns, flowering bushes, and fruit trees. The Herreshoff Marine Museum is another interesting place with exhibits of the original Herreshoff boats, steam engines, photographs, and artifacts.
Portsmouth Transportation
Flights can be availed from Logan International Airport.
Portsmouth Higher Education
Facilities for higher education can be availed from Roger Williams University, Community College of Rhode Island, and Bristol Community College.
Portsmouth strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Rhode Island):
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| College Educated Adults (vs. Peers) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| Low Rate of Poverty (vs. Peers) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. Peers) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. Peers) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Comparing Portsmouth to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Rhode Island (State):
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