| From ClassBrain.com RI State Symbols
The Providence that now sails is a replica of the original continental sloop, and to honor its contribution to keeping history alive Rhode Island has named it their state flagship and tall ship ambassador. Find out how you can get involved with the ship here. It appeared in Pirates of the Carribean: Dead Man's Chest, and you can take a ride aboard the ship or adopt one of the cannons. Source: Sloop Providence Rhode Island State Shell Quahaugs, also known as hard-shelled clams or round clams, are Rhode Island's state shell. You can learn about the life of the shells' inhabitants, and see an illustration of the shell here. Source: Chesapeake & Coastal Bay Life Rhode Island State Tartan This is simply the legislature that made the tartan official. Source: State of Rhode Island General Assembly Rhode Island State Tartan (More) For a picture of the tartan and more information on its symbolism and usage check out this site by its creators. Source: St. Andrews Society of Rhode Island Rhode Island State Yacht Courageous, a aluminium twelve-meter, is Rhode Island's state yacht. You can find out all about the history of this racing yacht here. Source: America's Cup © Copyright 2004 by ClassBrain.com |
