Location: Westerly
Top Things to do in Westerly
5 Museums in Westerly That You Shouldn't Miss
Sitting on the south shore of Rhode Island, the town of Westerly is a quiet residential community in the winter, swelling in the summer to accommodate tourists eager to explore the local beaches, Narragansett Bay and the Rhode Island Sound. Just over the border from Connecticut, Westerly is conveniently located to the Aquarium at Mystic, as well as the Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods Casinos. Nearby, the picturesque village of Watch Hill features ocean views, ice cream shops, and craft boutiques.
Restaurants in Westerly
1. Black Duck Gallery
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
2. Westerly Armory
3. Living Sharks Museum & Research Center
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
Living Sharks Museum is a pop-up Shark History & Conservation exhibition, created to educate the public about the story of the shark through a visual record of their history, exploitation and conservation. Featuring the permanent exhibit of infamous shark hunter-turned conservationist Frank Mundus. Curated by shark advocate and educator Keith Cowley.
Reviewed By 462maryq
This is a must stop! First off, it’s free. Second, Keith knows so much about sharks, their history, and presence in pop culture that he is able to answer all your questions even it you consider yourself a shark expert. Third, his collection is amazing. He has so many shark artifacts that just looking around it worth the walk upstairs alone. Please stop by and donate if you can! Their t-shirts for sale are a major plus!
4. Artists' Cooperative Gallery of Westerly
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4.5 based on 14 reviews
Established in 1992 The Artists' Cooperative Gallery of Westerly, ACGOW, is a fine arts gallery exhibiting a new show every month with work from member and visiting artists. ACGOW shows are free and open to the public. All sales of artwork are sales tax exempt by Rhode Island state law.ACGOW is a 501-(c)3 non-profit organization, and art gallery, run by volunteers. It offers exhibits of fine art paintings, sculpture, glass, ceramics, textiles, photography and contemporary art as well as opening receptions, lectures, workshops, and classes.Each spring The Artists' Cooperative Gallery of Westerly sponsors a juried regional show that attracts artists from across the Northeast.Openings are held from 5-8 pm on the Friday following the first Wednesday of the month. Browse the show, meet the artists and enjoy a glass of wine and tasty refreshments. Then dine in one of Westerly's many fine restaurants!We are a short drive from Mystic, Stonington, Watch Hill, the Ocean House and the Weekapaug Inn!
5. Tapped Apple Cidery & Winery
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4.5 based on 22 reviews
Tapped Apple Cidery and Winery specializes in small batch, handcrafted wines and ciders made from locally sourced Rhode Island apples from Sunset Orchard in North Scituate RI. We have eleven wines and ciders on our menu. All our wines are made from apples and run dry to sweet. We offer an Al la Carte menu but also invite you to bring your own food (BYOF) or order from one of Westerly's local restaurants. We also rent our tasting room for events (capacity 80) - perfect for Business After Hours, birthday parties, bridals showers, etc.
Reviewed By FarmGirl-931
Really nice atmosphere with so many apple ciders and wines on tap for a tasting. Can also get a cheese board for a really nice tasting experience. A great way to spend an afternoon or evening.
