Hearthside House is a magnificent 19-century mansion that is located on Great Road in the state of Rhode Island. This stone edifice adorns a federal-style of architecture and was constructed by Stephen Hopkins Smith. This house was previously owned by Frederick C. Sayles. Visit the museum and learn about the area’s rich history. Visitors can opt for guided tours here. In addition to this, they can also host events like classes and workshops. This old house is part of the National Register of Historic Places.
As far as history speaks, the Lafayette-Durfee House was built prior to 1750, and it changed location to the new spot at Cherry Street. The land which the house was originally situated on, was mortgaged by Thomas Durfee, the owner of the property for financing the American Revolution. Thomas' son, Joseph served with Marquis de Lafayette as a colonel at many times. The Durfee family hosted Lafayette during summers and on many occasions. The house was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1982.
As the name suggests the Governor Stephen Hopkins House was the former residence of the governor of Rhode Island Stephen Hopkins once resided in the early 1700s. Built in the 18th Century, the house was expanded from its original structure under the order of the governor himself. The house was restored in the year 1920 by Normal Isham and later came under the ownership of the National Society of the Colonial Dames of America. It is now open to the public and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as well as the National Historic Landmark.