Island Spotlight: The Glass Float Project
Welcome to a new blog series called Island Spotlight where we focus on one specific thing that makes Block Island wonderful! In this inaugural post, we’ll be shining a light on the Glass Float Project! What started as a hobby
A Land Lubber’s Guide to Ship Parts
One of the advantages of taking a trip on the Block Island Ferry is the ride is taken care of for you. You get on and get off. Without a ferry you would have to spend a ridiculous amount of
5 Ways to Enjoy Winter on Block Island
It’s been a busy few months and things are finally starting to get back to normal. After the hectic holidays and getting readjusted to the new year, it almost seems like you need a vacation from your vacation. If peace
The Historic Winter of 1917-1918
105 years ago, the United States was on the brink of several historic events. In the spring of 1917, Congress declared war on Germany officially bringing the US into World War I. The following spring of 1918, the first appearance
Block Island Ferry 2022 Blog Roundup!
Goodbye 2022! Hello 2023! It’s a new year and a great time to see what Block Island has to offer. But before we put 2022 in our rearview, let’s take a look back at some of the topics we introduced
Santa Crashes New Shoreham
(With apologies to Clement Clarke Moore) 'Twas the night before Christmas, and in Block Island Sound Not a sailor was stirring, no ships to be found. The ferries were docked in the harbor with care, Traditional and Hi Speed, there was a pair. The passengers
