Bristol's Marine History

Today Bristol is still home to numerous internationally renowned boat builders, some with America's Cup yachts in their portfolios. As in the past, the boating industry here provides not just manufacturing but the many equipment, design, and repair services that support the marine industry.

In 1995, Bristol became home to the America's Cup Hall of Fame (located in the Herreshoff Maritime Museum), which celebrates participants and the colorful history of this most famous yacht race.

Nearby Lighthouses

Hog Island Shoal: Built 1901. Active. Located at entrance to Bristol Harbor.

Bristol Ferry: Built 1855. Inactive. Private Residence. Located on Ferry Road, south end of Mount Hope Bridge.

Prudence Island: (Sandy Point) Built 1823. Relocated from Goat Island in 1851. Active. Accessible by ferry
from Bristol.

Nayatt Point: Built 1856. Inactive. Private Residence. Located at end of Nayatt Road, Barrington.

Sakonnet: Built 1884. Active. Located 800 yards off Sakonnet Point in Little Compton (end of Rt. 77.)