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Rhode Island Geology
All sorts of content about Rhode Island geology: its rocks, landforms and deep history.
Rhode Island Geological Attractions and Destinations
A selection of Rhode Island's geological attractions.
Share Rhode Island's Geology
Share your photos of Rhode Island's geological attractions.
Geologic Map of Rhode Island
Plus a sketch of the state's geology and links to more detailed sizes.
Beavertail State Park
Bedrock, beaches and the Beavertail fault are highlights of this unusual park near—well, everything in Rhode Island is nearby.
Jamestown Geological History
A detailed recounting of Rhode Island's history applied to one town. Close observers may note that the geologic map is borrowed from my version.
Mineral Localities of Rhode Island
A 1926 article from American Mineralogist presents dozens of places with notes on their minerals.
The Providence Arcade
The great stone columns of this historic arcade are Rhode Island granite from a quarry in nearby Johnston.
Westerly Granite
The original Westerly Granite quarries were on the lands of the Babcock-Smith House in Westerly. Westerly Granite is a standard stone for all sorts of geophysical studies.
Rhode Island Campgrounds
About.com's David Sweet guides you to the best outdoor places to stay.
Rhode Island Maps
About.com's Matt Rosenberg helps get you oriented.
Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Animals of Rhode Island
About.com's Bob Strauss shows them and tells you more.