Located in the southeastern part of the state, between the Sakonnet River and the Massachusetts border, Little Compton is a small town in Newport County, Rhode Island. The first European settlers arrived from Massachusetts in 1674, one of whom was Colonel Benjamin Church. In 1682, the town was incorporated by the Plymouth Colony.
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Also known as the Little Compton Free Public Library, directions to the facility is provided, along with its hours of operation, contact data, circulation policies, and a membership application.
http://www.brownell-libraryri.org/
Little Compton Fire Department
A profile of the Little Compton, Rhode Island fire service is presented, with a history and general information about the department, contact data, and updates on recent incidents and events.
http://www.littlecomptonfirerescue.com/
Little Compton Historical Society
LCHS was created in 1937 to preserve the history and culture of Little Compton, Rhode Island, which it seeks to accomplish through maintaining and restoring selected historical sites, collecting and interpreting historical documents, and sponsoring educational programs. Its programs and events are scheduled.
http://www.littlecompton.org/
The Little Compton, Rhode Island Wilbur and McMahon Schools serve students from pre-kindergarten through the eighth grade. Featured is a school calendar, a staff directory, classroom blogs, and access to various school documents and reports.
http://www.littlecomptonschools.org/
A history and profile of the town is featured on its official web site. Other resources include contacts for local administrative and departmental offices, schedules of meetings and public hearings, and access to various forms and other documentation.
http://www.little-compton.com/
New England Lighthouses: Sakonnet Point Light
The history of the historic lighthouse in Little Compton, Rhode Island is published, with a bibliography, photographs, and information on touring the facility.
http://www.lighthouse.cc/sakonnet/
United Congregational Church of Little Compton
The Little Compton, Rhode Island UCC was organized in 1704. Its location, schedules, calendars, and an overview of the church's programs and ministries are featured, along with annual reports, by-laws, and other documents.
http://www.ucclcri.org/
