Located in Bristol, Rhode Island, Blithewold is a 33-acre estate featuring a historic mansion, extensive gardens, and an arboretum with hundreds of rare and unusual trees. The site overlooks Narragansett Bay and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
In spring, visitors are treated to fields of blooming daffodils—over 50,000 in total—followed by tulips, flowering cherries, magnolias, and rhododendrons. The Great Lawn leads down to the water and is lined with mature trees, including a Giant Sequoia and Japanese Katsura.
Blithewold also offers events and educational programs, making it a peaceful yet engaging destination for gardeners, history enthusiasts, and families alike.
More info: blithewold.org