East Greenwich is centrally located in the state of Rhode Island on the western shore of the Narragansett Bay. Established in the 1600s, East Greenwich is the eighth oldest town in Rhode Island. Rich with history, the land was originally owned by the Pequot Indians. In 1644, the land was acquired by King Charles II. In 1677, the General Assembly legally established East Greenwich and the town was named after the town of Greenwich in Kent, England. Today, with numerous historical landmarks, East Greenwich continues to be proud of its history.
T.F. Green Airport located in Warwick, though listed as being in Providence, is a 10 minute drive to East Greenwich. Follow US-1 S into East Greenwich.
For those driving from the northern part of Rhode Island, Boston, or New York, take I-95 South toward Providence, a slight left at RI-4 S (sign will read North Kingstown /RI-4 S) and take Exit 8 for East Greenwich. Keep right after exit and enter East Greenwich.
For those driving from Connecticut, take I-95 N, and then take Exit 8A for East Greenwich. For those coming from the southern part of Rhode Island, take US-1 N, a slight left at RI-4 N, and then Exit 8A to reach East Greenwich.
Walk down Main Street on a nice day. Parking is hard to find at times. M-Sa 9AM-7PM limited 2 hour parking on Main Street and on the side streets. If you plan on spending more than 2 hours, park at Swift Gym or by the Police Station, both located off of Pierce Street.
All About Imagination, 99 Main Street, +1 401 886-5437. Tu-Sa 10AM-6PM, Su M closed. Specialty toy store that carries, Kathe Kruse, Plan Toys, ECO Friendly toys, puzzles, books and board games.
Back to Basics Grocery, 500 Main St, +1 401-885-2679. M-F 9AM-7PM, Sa 9AM-6PM, Su noon-5PM. It is the state’s largest locally owned grocery store that offers gluten free, wheat free, and dairy free foods. All produce products are organic. They also have a body care section that features Dr. Hauschka and Aubrey Organics as well as “green” cleaning solutions. A number of hemp products are offered as well as alternative herbal remedies and non-animal based proteins.
Bags By Iris, 111 Main Street, +1 401 885-3557. M-Sa 10AM-5:30PM, Su 11AM -4PM. A fashion boutique that carries a wide selection of Vera Bradley handbags, casual women’s wear, and Life is Good clothing. Also has a wide variety of intricate hand-made and custom jewelry at affordable prices.
Bernadette Livingston Furniture, 39 Main St., +1 401 398-2739. 11AM-6PM. Unique furnishings, accessories, original art, and custom kitchen cabinetry.
Blossom Florist, 93 Main Street, +1 401-884-0001. M-F 9AM-6PM, Sa 10AM-4PM, closed S. A florist shop offering an assortment of flower arrangements designed by award winning designers. Arrangements can include silk and/or dried flowers. Known to specialize in simple but elegant floral designs.
Bone Appetit, 102 Main St, +1 401-885-6259. M-F 10AM-6PM, Sa Su 10AM-4PM. An eco-friendly dog store. It is known as being the biggest little dog store in Rhode Island. Dog food products are hand made and decorated, organic, and all natural. There is also a selection of healthy, all natural cat food and treats.
Charmed, 175 Main Street, +1 401 398-0972. Tu-Sa 11AM-5PM, Su and M closed. Known for their extensive and retail Italian charm bracelets- available in gold, steel, and silver.
Civil, 88 Main Street, +1 401 886-5116. M-F 11AM-8PM, Sa 10AM-6PM, Su noon-5PM. Into snowboarding and skateboarding? This urban men and women’s store offers a variety of street-ware and foot-ware brands ranging from Volcom, Burton, and Nike SB. They also carry all of your alternative sporting gear.
Dugan Custom Jewelers, 164 Main St, +1 401-884-6800. Su-M closed, Tu by appointment, W 10AM-6PM, Th-Sa 10AM-5PM. A jewelry store offering jewelry by local designers as well as brand names such as Diana Heimann, Timeless Designs, NUNU, The echo of the dreamer, D.Snyder, Henri Bar, Lieberfarb and Monica Kosann. Services include repairs, hand engraving, pearl stringing, and diamond remounts.
Eloquence Jewelers, 5849 Post Rd, +1 401-885-9141. M-F 10AM-5PM, Sa 10AM-3PM, closed Su. It is a high-end jewelry store offering gold and silver pieces, along with jewelry from local designers. The owner, Dan, is beyond helpful and knowledgeable about the different products. Accepts American Express, Discover Card, MasterCard, Visa, and debit cards.
Mancini Lighting, 640 Main Street, +1 401-886-9125. M-Th 10AM-4PM. It is a small shop that offers a large selection of different kinds of lamps and lamp shades. The owners David and Marie Mancini also work with and help homeowners design house lighting.
Repeté, 110 Main Street, +1 401 884-4010. A specialized boutique known for its original, complete bridal wear. Carries high-fashion dresses perfect for any cocktail party, prom, or pageant. Has luxurious jewelry, to top off your look for a glamorous evening. The store is pricey, but is worth it to be the belle of any ball.
Sassy & Classy, 137 Main St, +1 401-886-9828. Tu Th 11AM-8PM, M We F-Sa 10AM-5PM. A small boutique specializing in dresses, handbags, and shoes.
Spardello's, 102 Main St, +1 401 885-6395. M-F 10AM-8PM, Sa 9AM-6PM, Su noon-5PM. Carries upscale men's clothing. Perfect for finding a tux for the big wedding day or that business suit that makes you feel like a million bucks, without having to spend it. Has a large inventory of shirts, pants and shoes as well. Also has gentlemen’s accessories to complete your look.
Stevens Oriental Rugs, 86 Main Street, +1 401-885-6066. M-F 10AM-6PM, Sa 10AM-5PM, closed Su. Owned by a third generation rug merchant, the store offers hundreds of traditional Oriental rugs as well as new contemporary Oriental rug designs. Services also include cleaning and repairs.
The Bridal Garden, 110 Main St, +1 401-886-0885. Su noon-4PM, M noon-4:30PM, Tu-Th noon-8PM, F 10:30AM-4:30PM, Sa 10AM-5PM. A dress shop specializing in wedding and wedding party dresses. The dresses in the store are arranged by color and there are hundreds of different dress selections and designs. Dresses can also be ordered from catalogues and delivered to the store. During the season, the shop also has a selection of prom dresses.
The Green Door, 130 Main St, +1 401-885-0510. M-Sa 10AM–5PM. It is the place to find gifts and home accessories. To name a few, the shop carries porcelain figurines and china, Orla soy candles, Company C Rugs, floral wreaths, baskets and arrangements. The owner Susan Swanson also offers interior design services.
Thorpe’s Gift Shop, 517 Main Street, +1 401 886-7740. M-F 10AM-6PM, Sa 10AM-5PM, Su 11AM-5PM. East Greenwich’s very own personalized gift shop. Great place to find souvenirs. Carries anything from greeting cards, to custom gifts, to collectables.
Zuzu's Petals, 165 Main St, +1 401-398-1199. M-F 11AM-6PM, Sa 10AM-6PM, Su noon-5PM. A contemporary dress boutique that carries dresses appropriate for many different occasions. Usually has a short dress selection, not gowns. Featured designers are Nicole Miller, BCBG, Shoshanna, Milly and Bianca Nero, to name a few. Dresses usually range from $100-400.
Peafunk Designs, 442 Main Street, +1 401-398-7108. M-Sa 10AM-7PM, Su 11AM-5PM. At Peafunk, elegance meets funk. Open since 2006, the small and cozy boutique sells handmade and original crafts, designs and accessories. The shop has become known for fine custom jewelry, especially for wedding parties. Peafunk also offers jewelry-making classes.
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