Rocky Point State Park in Warwick in Kent County, Rhode Island — The American Northeast (New England)
The Arch
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This 60-foot arch is one of 11 "archways to understanding" sponsored by General Foods during the 1964-65 New York World's Fair. The original arch had an electronic message panel that would display Fair-related information such as weather forecasts, reports of traffic conditions, public service announcements, sports results, the time, and special bulletins about important events in the news. After its arrival at Rocky Point, the arch no longer had its electronic board but quickly became a "Meet me at the Archway" rendezvous spot for families and friends after a day of fun at the amusement park before the ride back home.
Fun fact: We know there were 11 numbered arches originally, but this particular arch number remains unknown. For many years, there was a lot of speculation as to how it came to stand at Rocky Point. Until recently, it remained a mystery. However, we now know that Vincent Ferla, Sr. brought the arch here in three pieces from Chicago.
Erected by Leadership Rhode Island; the City of Warwick, Rhode Island.
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Location. 41° 41.263′ N, 71° 22.092′ W. Marker is in Warwick, Rhode Island, in Kent County. It is in Rocky Point State Park. It is on Rocky Point Avenue 0.7 miles east of Palmer Avenue, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1 Rocky Point Ave, Warwick RI 02889, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Greater Providence and on Narragansett Bay. It is also in the American Northeast and in New England. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The Saltwater Pond (within shouting distance of this marker); The Skyliner (within shouting distance of this marker); House of Horrors (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Larry Mouradjian Fishing Pier (about 800 feet away); The Pier
Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), July 9, 2024
2. The Arch in Rocky Point State Park with the marker standing at its base
Credits. This page was last revised on July 13, 2024. It was originally submitted on July 13, 2024, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 1,430 times since then and 155 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 13, 2024, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
