Little Compton in Newport County, Rhode Island — The American Northeast (New England)
Wilbor House
Built circa 1690 by Samuel & Mary Wilbor
Photographed by G.W.Bartlett, July 26, 2026
1. Wilbor House Marker
Built circa 1690 by Samuel & Mary Wilbor
Home of eight generations
East end, 17th century, West end, 18th century
Additions, 19th & 20th century
Erected by Little Compton Historical Society.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Colonial Era • Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the Rhode Island, Little Compton Historical Society series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1690.
Location. 41° 29.585′ N, 71° 11.103′ W. Marker is in Little Compton, Rhode Island, in Newport County. It is on West Main Road (Rhode Island Route 77) just south of Fairfields Drive, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 548 West Main Road, Little Compton RI 02837, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is on Narragansett Bay. It is also in the American Northeast, in New England, and on the Eastern Seaboard. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically,
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Turtle Island (here, next to this marker); Attuck: Sentinal of the Land (here, next to this marker); Squant (a few steps from this marker); Ancient Connections (a few steps from this marker); Stone Walls (a few steps from this marker); Mishoon (a few steps from this marker); 13,000 Years (within shouting distance of this marker); The Sakonnet Diaspora / Native Neighbors / The Last 350 Years / The Next 350 Years (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Little Compton.
Also see . . .
1. Wilbor House. Additional Information and Audio Tour (QR-01) (Submitted on July 27, 2026, by G.W.Bartlett of Hingham, Massachusetts.)
2. Little Compton Historical Society.
The Little Compton Historical Society was incorporated in 1937 to preserve the history and cultural heritage of Little Compton for the enrichment and enjoyment of the general public.(Submitted on July 27, 2026, by G.W.Bartlett of Hingham, Massachusetts.)
3. Little Compton Historical Society Exhipbitions.
Photographed by G.W.Bartlett, July 26, 2026
2. Wilbor House Marker
The marker is mounted on the stone wall at the Little Compton Historical Society which operates from this historic home.
Photographed by G.W.Bartlett, July 26, 2026
4. Little Compton Historical Society
Photographed by G.W.Bartlett, July 26, 2026
5. Wilbor House National Register
Photographed by G.W.Bartlett, July 26, 2026
6. Enhance Your Visit QR - LCHS
Photographed by G.W.Bartlett, July 26, 2026
7. Wilbor House - Additional Information QR
Credits. This page was last revised on September 27, 2026. It was originally submitted on July 27, 2026, by G.W.Bartlett of Hingham, Massachusetts. This page has been viewed 24 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 27, 2026, by G.W.Bartlett of Hingham, Massachusetts. 3. submitted on September 27, 2026, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. 4, 5, 6, 7. submitted on July 27, 2026, by G.W.Bartlett of Hingham, Massachusetts. • Michael Herrick was the editor who published this page.
