First District Communities - Warren

The Town of Warren is the twenty-sixth largest municipaity in the State of Rhode Island. When the Pilgrims landed at Plymouth, the Eastern Shore of Narragansett Bay was occupied by the Wampanoag Indians who were ruled by the Massasoit and later by his son, King Philip. Warren is a portion of the area that once belonged to the Wampanoag Tribe. It was transferred from Massachusetts to Rhode Island in the settlement of the boundary dispute of 1746 and incorporated the following year.

The Town's name reflects the popularity of Admiral Sir Peter Warren, who commanded the British fleet, which cooperated with the New England troops in the capture of the fortress of Lousiberg. During the revolution, Warren was pillaged and partially burned by the Hessian troops. In the early days, Warren held its place in the world of commerce with its privateering, shipbuilding, and its plentiful water supply from the Warren and the Kickamuit Rivers. This coupled with its ideal location on Narragansett Bay made Warren a thriving industrial center. Rhode Island College (now Brown University) was founded in Warren in 1746.

The southern part of the town is situated on picturesque Mt. Hope Bay, giving the Town a panoramic view. Residents enjoy a variety of aquatic activities including boating and fishing and swimming.

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