Preserve Rhode Island

Founded in 1956 under state charter to "preserve the beautiful historic buildings, places and things in Rhode Island", Preserve Rhode Island(PRI) is both an owner of and advocate for special places in the Ocean State. Properties such as the Governor Henry Lippitt House Museum, the Jeremiah Dexter House, the Philip Walker House, Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum, Hannah Robinson's Rock and open land on Prudence Island were donated, accepted for stewardship and have been guided into responsible management - whether under Preserve Rhode Island's direct care or through affiliated organizations.

Preserve Rhode Island is the statewide partner of the National Trust for Historic Preservation in Rhode Island.