Named for Henry Stuart, Duke of Gloucester, the town of Glocester was part of Providence until 1731, when it was incorporated as a separate town, while North Glocester became part of Burrillville. The villages of Chepachet and Harmony are in Glocester. It was in Glocester, Rhode Island that the Dorr Rebellion began in 1841.
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The campground facilities are described in detail, with photographs, a list of activities, fees, and an online reservation system. A camp site map is also available.
http://www.bowdishlake.com/
Operating in a building that was erected in 1799, the store offers a selection of country wares, home furnishings, and other items which are described here, along with a schedule of special events, testimonials, and directions to the store in Chepachet, Glocester, Rhode Island.
http://www.brownandhopkins.com/
Chepachet Farms & Carriage Works
Featuring horse drawn sleigh rides through wooded trails, bobsled rides, hayrides, carriage rides, a petting zoo, field trips, and other activities for children and adults, the facilities are located in Chepachet, a village in Glocester, Rhode Island.
http://www.chepachetfarms.com/
The CFD provides fire and rescue services to the village of Chepachet and the community of Glocester, Rhode Island. Information about taxes, permits, inspections, and budget data are posted, with news, events, and contacts.
http://www.chepachetfire.com/
Chepachet Free Will Baptist Church
The Free Will Baptist Church in Chepachet, Rhode Island was organized in 1822, although the congregation has its roots in a Baptist tradition in Glocester that goes back well into the 18th century. Its history, worship services, and programs are described, with calendars and schedules.
http://www.chepachetfreewill.org/
The history, beliefs, and vision of the Christian congregation in Chepachet, Glocester, Rhode Island are reviewed, along with its location and schedules of worship services, programs, and ministries.
http://www.gladtidingsri.org/
The purpose of the Society is to identify, acquire, hold, arrange, restore, maintain, and preserve buildings, tracts of land, and objects of historical, educational, architectural, cultural and other interests and value within the Town of Glocester, Rhode Island.
http://www.glocesterheritagesociety.org/
The schedules, teams, sponsors, and directions to the playing fields operated by the Little League baseball program in Glocester, Rhode Island are posted, along with its board of directors, local rules, and various forms.
http://www.glocesterll.com/
Glocester Manton Public Library
Located in the village of Chepachet, Rhode Island, the public library's address, hours of operation, and schedules are posted, along with online access to its library catalog, electronic books, magazines, and other resources.
http://www.glocestermanton.org/
Community events, meetings, and an outline of the town's history and municipal government are featured on its official web site. Other resources include a guide to community services, schools, and businesses.
http://www.glocesterri.org/
Situated in Harmony, a village of Glocester, Rhode Island, the farm utilizes a pick your own operation, but also provides fresh picked fruit at its stand during operating hours. Its picking seasons and hours for blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, peaches and apples are posted.
http://www.harmonyfarmsri.com/
The Harmony Fire Station serves the village of Harmony and an assigned coverage area surrounding the village, within the Town of Glocester, Rhode Island. A coverage map and an overview of the department's services is included.
http://harmonyfd.com/
HHS offers residential and day programs for male students aged eight through eighteen, generally referred from public agencies, local educational agencies, and probation offices. Its educational and specialized programs, medical and clinical services, contacts, and location in Chepachet, Glocester, Rhode Island are featured.
http://www.vaers.hhs.org/
The location, hours of operation, programs and events of the public library in Harmony, Rhode Island are posted. Online resources include access to the library catalog, as well as downloadable electronic and audio books.
http://www.harmonylibrary.org/
Old Glocester Genealogy & Record Research Lecture Services
Edna M. Kent, a native of Glocester, Rhode Island resides in the Glocester village of Chepachet, and has authored and edited books on the town, and serves as Rhode Island Historical Cemeteries Commissioner for Northwest Rhode Island, and in other capacities. She offers genealogy, record research, and lecture services.
http://www.glocesterhistorian.com/
The menu, hours, and directions to the restaurant on Putnam Pike in the Glocester village of Chepachet, Rhode Island are posted, along with a schedule of upcoming events and information about its catering and banquet services.
http://www.tavernonmainri.com/
Located in a 1690s trading post, said to be the oldest structure in historic Chepachet Village, the Glocester, Rhode Island antique shop is family owned and operated. Its history, inventory, and special events are discussed, photographs are shown, and directions to the store are offered.
http://www.thetowntrader.com/
The guest facility is located in the village of Chepachet, within the town of Glocester, Rhode Island. A map and directions to the motel are posted, along with its amenities and reservation policies.
http://www.whiterockmotel.com/
