Our programs offer unique, affordable ways to learn whether you visit alone, as a group, or as a family. If you're interested in history, learn about the roles of ordinary men, women, and children during the founding year's of a New Republic. If you're interested in nature, explore 48 acres of woodland, fields, and salt marsh. If you're interested in agriculture, take a lesson from the past in sustainable farming. Either way, come prepared to roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty in the past. Whether you're six or sixty, you won't be bored.

HOURS
Coggeshall Farm Museum is open Tuesday through Sunday, 10:00am to 4:00pm, year round.

ADMISSION RATES
Admission to the museum is $5.00 for Adults; $3.00 for Children (6-16) and Seniors; Children 5 and under Free. Museum Members receive free admission to the museum during regular open hours.

FACILITIES
In addition to its historic exhibits, Coggeshall Farm Museum also offers a Museum Shop and an eco-friendly composting toilet . The grounds and buildings are currently only partially accessible to those with mobility impairments.

PAYMENT
Cash and checks are the only forms of payment accepted at this time. ATM's may be found at several locations in the town of Bristol.

DIRECTIONS
Coggeshall Farm Museum is located on Poppasquash Road off of Route 114 in Bristol, Rhode Island. The museum is easily accessible by car, bus, and bicycle.
By Car
From Providence: Interstate 195 East to exit 7 for Route 114 South. Turn right onto Poppasquash Road, located after the entrance to Colt State Park. Continue on Poppasquash Road 1.5 miles around Bristol Harbor to Coggeshall Farm Road and the museum entrance on the right.

From Newport: Route 138A North to Route 114 North. After crossing the Mount Hope Bridge, travel through historic downtown Bristol until Hope Street-Route 114, meets the harbor on the left. Poppasquash Road is located 1,000 feet north of the point where Hope Street meets the harbor, directly across the street from the stone V.F.W. Hall on the right. Continue on Poppasquash Road 1.5 miles around Bristol Harbor to Coggeshall Farm Road and the museum entrance on the right.

From Boston: Interstate 93 South to Route 24 South. On Route 24 in Rhode Island, take Exit 2 for Portsmouth/Bristol. Follow signs for Roger Williams University and Bristol. After crossing the Mount Hope Bridge, travel through historic downtown Bristol until Hope Street-Route 114, meets the harbor on the left. Poppasquash Road is located 1,000 feet north of the point where Hope Street meets the harbor, directly across the street from the stone V.F.W. Hall on the right. Continue on Poppasquash Road 1.5 miles around Bristol Harbor to Coggeshall Farm Road and the museum entrance on the right.
By Bus
RIPTA's #60 Bus travels Route 114 on its route between Kennedy Plaza in Providence and the Gateway Center in Newport, Rhode Island. Poppasquash Road is located between the stops at Hope & State Street in Bristol and Main & Joyce Street in Warren.

Traveling south from Providence, watch for the entrance to Colt State Park on your right. The entrance is marked by two marble pillars and bronze statues of Colt's prize Jersey bulls. After the Park entrance, pass through a set of traffic lights at the intersection of Hope & Chestnut Street. Poppasquash Road is a half mile ahead on the right.

Traveling north from Newport, the bus will cross the Mount Hope Bridge and enter Bristol. After passing through historic downtown Bristol, watch for the harbor on your left. Poppasquash Road is located 1,000 feet north of the point where Hope Street meets the harbor, directly across the street from the stone V.F.W. Hall on the right.

On foot, follow Poppasquash Road around Bristol Harbor for 1.5 miles. The museum entrance is located between two large stone pillars on the right. For more information about RIPTA and route schedules, please visit their web site by Clicking Here.
By Bicycle
The East Bay Bike Path is a 14.5 mile path connecting India Point Park in Providence with Independence Park in Bristol. Traveling south along the Bike Path in Bristol, you'll pass the Audubon Society's sanctuary and continue along with Narragansett Bay on your right. About a mile after the Audubon, the Bike Path bears east and a tall brick smokestack will come into view in the distance. Continue to the intersection at Asylum Road. To the left is North Cemetery and a National Guard post. To the right, the road will fork to the Bristol Town Beach and Colt State Park. Turn right and follow the road into the Park. At the Stone Bridge spanning the Mill Gut, bear left and follow the path along the inlet. Coggeshall Farm Road will be half a mile on the left, just past the Stone Dairy Barn. For more information and access points to the Bike Path, please visit the Rhode Island State Parks web site by Clicking Here.
By Boat
Coggeshall Farm Museum is located south of the Mill Gut on Poppasquash Neck in Bristol. Boat ramps are located in nearby Colt State Park.

POLICIES
For the Safety and Comfort of All, Please:

* Walk carefully, the grounds and buildings are like those of late 18th century Rhode Island and may be rougher than expected.

* Do not walk or climb on walls, fences, or trees.

* Do not feed livestock without the permission of a staff member.

* Carry out all trash. Remember that the grass you walk on is food for the museum's livestock, and must be kept clean of plastic and refuse for their health.

* Do not attempt to pick up or hold livestock.

* All dogs must be leashed. Fowl and other animals free range on the grounds and dogs, however docile, may startle, injure, or kill livestock.

* Do not enter pens, pastures, or barns containing livestock without permission of a staff member.

Your adherence to these rules helps us insure a safe and comfortable experience for all of our museum visitors.

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