Block Island Ferry

The Strange Life of Noel A. Mitchell

Megan — Sat, 18 Jan 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Sometimes when we’re coming up with ideas for these blog posts, we look to the past to find interesting tales from Block Island. While perusing local newspapers from the early 1900s, we came across an article from The Connecticut Labor […]

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The Hidden Charm of Block Island in the Winter

Megan — Sat, 04 Jan 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Block Island is often associated with summer escapes filled with sun, surf, and sand. However, visiting the island in the winter offers a unique and equally rewarding experience. While summer draws the crowds, winter reveals a tranquil side of Block […]

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Santa Crashes New Shoreham

Megan — Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:00:00 +0000

(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 […]

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A Quick Guide to Summer Vehicle Reservations

Megan — Sat, 21 Dec 2024 12:00:00 +0000

On January 3, 2025, the Block Island Ferry will kick off the summer season when we open our phone lines for 2025 Summer Vehicle Reservations. Each year, we take a look at our booking process to try to find ways […]

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5 Places to Shop Online for Block Island Holiday Gifts

Megan — Sun, 08 Dec 2024 12:00:00 +0000

As the holiday season approaches, finding the perfect gift for loved ones can be a rewarding but sometimes challenging task. Fortunately, Block Island has many charming local businesses that offer a variety of online shopping options for those who can’t […]

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The Lost Block [Island] Buster

Megan — Sat, 23 Nov 2024 12:00:00 +0000

In 1915, Equitable Motion Pictures Corporation and World Film released their newest movie A Daughter of the Sea. It tells the story of a fisherman’s daughter, named Margot, who grows up in a small New England town. While she is […]

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5 Late Fall and Winter Block Island Animals

Megan — Sat, 09 Nov 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Block Island is a hidden gem for wildlife enthusiasts. While you can easily observe many various species of birds, insects, marine, and mammals during the summer, the late fall and winter months offer a quieter experience, with fewer visitors and […]

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The Rathbone House Horror

Megan — Sun, 27 Oct 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Inspired by H.P. Lovecraft The old Rathbone House huddled vacant on a precariously thin strip of tidal flat between Steven’s Cove and Cooneymus Swamp. Built as the homestead of a founding Block Island family, for decades it stood as boarding […]

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Exploring the Historical Sites of Block Island

Megan — Sun, 13 Oct 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Block Island is steeped in history, offering a rich tapestry of cultural and historical significance. Its history dates back thousands of years, with the island originally inhabited by the Narragansett Native Americans who called it “Manisses,” meaning “Island of the […]

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A Perfect Autumn Day on Block Island

Megan — Sun, 22 Sep 2024 12:00:00 +0000

As the vibrant greens of summer slowly give way to the rich reds, oranges, and golds of autumn, Block Island transforms into an enchanting escape that feels like stepping into a postcard. It is the perfect destination for a day […]

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