Scituate (Rhode Island)

Scituate is a town in Providence County, Rhode Island. Scituate offers suburban conveniences and proximity to Providence, and a tranquil, rural environment of unspoiled forests and pristine streams and ponds.

Understand
Scituate was founded in 1710 by emigrants from Massachusetts. Scituate was considered to be a part of Providence until 1731. Encompassing 52 square miles, Scituate is bounded by Glocester to the north, Johnston and Cranston to the east, Coventry to the south, and Foster to the west. The Scituate Reservoir supplies drinking water to over 60% of the state's population.

Get in
By Car Route 6 will take you through the heart of Scituate. From I-95 N, take 295 N to Route 6 W. From I-95 S, take Route 10 S to Route 6 W.  The easiest way to get to Scituate is by Rt. 6 North off of 295. Take exit 6C toward US-6 W/FOSTER. This will take you through the middle of Scituate. Another road that allows you to get into Scituate is Plainfield Pike, going through Cranston. The best way to get to Scituate from the north is Rt. 6 off of 395 as well as Rt. 101.

Get around
RI as well as other New England states is infamous for axle damaging and tire popping pot holes caused by frozen water during the winter time. Scituate has numerous pot holes in its rural out skirts nevertheless traveling by car is the best way to get around Scituate. Biking is an option on the less congested roads, but due to narrow streets in the residential areas it is not suggested. There is some bus service in the area RIPTA bus #90 goes to Scituate but is not ideal.

See

 * Scituate Reservoir. It is the largest body of water in Rhode Island, covering roughly 5.3 miles. It supplies 60% of the states drinking water.  When it was created it flooded the old town of Scituate as well as Kent, Richmond and Ashland.   Surrounding the reservoirs 66 miles of shoreline are acres and acres of protected land, which allows for beautiful views and much wildlife.
 * Gainer Memorial Dam. Built in 1926, it spans 976 meters and is 55 meters tall. It was built to create the Scituate reservoir, blocking the Pawtuxet River.

Do
Parks and Recreation. All parks are for public use. Many of them are used for team sports as well. The parks are open from 7M to 10PM, 7 days a week, unless otherwise posted.

It is located walking distance from the heart of Scituate Village. It has 4 tennis court, 2 softball fields, as well as 1 basketball court. All of the venues are lighted, and during the summer there are basketball tournaments held weekly. Right across the street there is a Gazebo that every month holds local events, including outdoor concerts and local car shows., Clinton Avenue. Two little league fields, two tennis courts, a softball field, basketball court, and a playground.
 * Berkander Field, Greenville Road. Featuring four lighted tennis courts, a lighted basketball court, a little league field, and volleyball courts.
 * Dean Andrews Memorial Field, Battey Meeting House Road. Little league field and playground.
 * Gorham Field, Route 101. Softball field, little league field, and two tennis courts.
 * Hope Memorial Field
 * Hope Pond Recreational Area, Route 116. Teen center, tennis court, and swimming area.
 * Walking Trail, Rockland Road. Approximately one mile in length through Scituate's scenic wooded areas.
 * Westconnaug Meadows, Washington Highway. Little league field and soccer field.

Events


 * Old Home Day An array of family events, such as teddy bear judging and a dunking pool, taking place every July 4 at Tourtellot Memorial Common.
 * Old Home Day An array of family events, such as teddy bear judging and a dunking pool, taking place every July 4 at Tourtellot Memorial Common.

Buy

 * In 2008 Scituate underwent a major restoration project to many of the local shops and roads in the center of town. The new updates included the restoration of many town houses now used as small shops, as well as new sidewalks, and freshly paved roads through the center of town.  All these updates really brought new businesses into Scituate and made the shopping experience more enjoyable, and just like old times.
 * Charming Treasures 178 Danielson Pike, . Hours: M W F Sa Su 10AM-5PM, Tu Th 10AM-8PM. A unique country gift shop in the middle of Scituate town. Charming treasures open in 2009, in a Scituate Public Market two-story historical building. The merchandise varies from apparel, and candles to home furnishing, jewelry, and wedding gifts.
 * Bittersweet & Ivy LLC, 180 Danielson Pike,.
 * Bittersweet & Ivy LLC, 180 Danielson Pike,.

Eat

 * Corner Bistro, 1115 Hartford Pike, . Corner Bistro is a family run restaurant that serves Classic Regional Italian Cuisine.  Corner Bistro features chef specials nightly, and has a large selection of traditional Italian Cuisine.. All entrees are served with potato and vegetable or pasta and a soup of choice  or salad. It  also has a full wine list and a full bar.
 * Famous Creamery & Pizza, 92 Hartford Pike, . Good food but some menu items can be a bit to pricey
 * Famous Creamery & Pizza, 92 Hartford Pike, . Good food but some menu items can be a bit to pricey
 * Famous Creamery & Pizza, 92 Hartford Pike, . Good food but some menu items can be a bit to pricey

Connect
All town department phone numbers can be found on the town website.

Go next
With its great scenery and small town living, it is a great place to get out and take walks or bike rides though the town and around the Scituate reservoir, taking in the clean air, and beautiful nature views of nice trees and beautiful flowers.