What Is Rhode Island Known For?

What Is Rhode Island Known For? Rhode Island Entered the Union: May 29, 1790 (13) Capital: Providence State Song: “Rhode Island, It’s for Me” State Flower: Violet State Parks: 15 • State Beaches: 10 State Mineral: Bowenite Famous for: Newport’s summer tourism, Jewelry manufacturing, spectacular coastline What is an interesting fact about Rhode Island? Rhode