Bristol in Bristol County, Rhode Island — The American Northeast (New England)
Columbus Quincentennial Memorial
May 5, 2023
1. Columbus Quincentennial Memorial Marker
Erected 1992 by The Bristol, Rhode Island Heritage and Discovery Committee.
Topics. This historical marker and memorial is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Exploration • Waterways & Vessels.
Location. 41° 40.376′ N, 71° 16.745′ W. Marker is in Bristol, Rhode Island, in Bristol County. Marker is on Thames Street south of Franklin Street, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 412A Thames St, Bristol RI 02809, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Historical Hurricane Flooding (within shouting distance of this marker); Historical Bristol (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); The War of Independence / Honor Roll (about 300 feet away); a different marker also named Historical Bristol (about 500 feet away); a different marker also named Historical Bristol (about 500 feet away); Memorial Square (about 600 feet away); James DeWolf (approx. 0.2 miles away); Rhode Island Slave History (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Bristol.
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May 5, 2023
2. Columbus Quincentennial Memorial
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