Summertime in South County is Summertime at its best. This can be seen each year at the Kingston Village Fair in South Kingstown. Due to district’s close proximity to the University of Rhode Island, this historic neighborhood is often overlooked. But this all changes on the 3rd Saturday of May, when locals sustain the traditions of their forefathers and gather in the village center to celebrate the community and the promise of Summer. A staple since the 1880s, the fair attracts hundreds of Rhode Islanders each year, but has remarkably managed to maintain an old time feel. Kingston was the first capital of Rhode Island and this event gives locals the opportunity to explore the state’s historic beginnings through walking tours of notable homes. Perhaps the most fascinating building is the Washington County Jail, now home to the Pettaquamscutt Historical Society, which is also open to the public. Along these lines, the Fair will host an abundance of antiques vendors, as well as a generous selection of pottery and art. The Kingston Free Library will be holding its annual book sale, which is a Fair favorite, and the Kingston Hill Garden Association will feature an extensive plant selection at the Fayerweather House. Flower lovers can enjoy the Kinney Azalea Gardens which will also be open to the public. In addition, the town center will present many opportunities for family fun, including face painting, food, Kingston Syrup, crafts, a petting zoo at the Reynolds Barn, live music, and fire-truck rides. The annual Kingston Village Fair is truly one of the states charming little secrets and will occur this Saturday, May 21 from 9:00AM to 2:00PM. For more information on this beloved event, you can visit the Kingston Improvement Association website.The Charming Secret of the Kingston Village Fair
- By Michael McCann
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Summertime in South County is Summertime at its best. This can be seen each year at the Kingston Village Fair in South Kingstown. Due to district’s close proximity to the University of Rhode Island, this historic neighborhood is often overlooked. But this all changes on the 3rd Saturday of May, when locals sustain the traditions of their forefathers and gather in the village center to celebrate the community and the promise of Summer. A staple since the 1880s, the fair attracts hundreds of Rhode Islanders each year, but has remarkably managed to maintain an old time feel. Kingston was the first capital of Rhode Island and this event gives locals the opportunity to explore the state’s historic beginnings through walking tours of notable homes. Perhaps the most fascinating building is the Washington County Jail, now home to the Pettaquamscutt Historical Society, which is also open to the public. Along these lines, the Fair will host an abundance of antiques vendors, as well as a generous selection of pottery and art. The Kingston Free Library will be holding its annual book sale, which is a Fair favorite, and the Kingston Hill Garden Association will feature an extensive plant selection at the Fayerweather House. Flower lovers can enjoy the Kinney Azalea Gardens which will also be open to the public. In addition, the town center will present many opportunities for family fun, including face painting, food, Kingston Syrup, crafts, a petting zoo at the Reynolds Barn, live music, and fire-truck rides. The annual Kingston Village Fair is truly one of the states charming little secrets and will occur this Saturday, May 21 from 9:00AM to 2:00PM. For more information on this beloved event, you can visit the Kingston Improvement Association website.
