Structural Stabilization
Ongoing maintenance of the original timber frame, foundation, and roof to prevent long-term deterioration.
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Our Commitment
Preservation Mission
Protecting the structure, land, and history of the 1736 Old Arnold Estate for future generations.
Why Preservation Matters Here
Intact, documented farmhouses from 1736 are increasingly rare in Rhode Island. Original timber framing, early hardware, and period layout survive here in a way that few comparable properties in the region can match. Once lost, these details cannot be replicated — only maintained.
Our preservation mission is to keep the Old Arnold Estate structurally sound and historically intact while allowing the public to experience it responsibly through guided tours.
Current Priorities
Grounds & Outbuildings
Care for the barn, fields, and family cemetery that make up the rest of the historic property.
About the Grounds →Historical Documentation
Ongoing research into land records and family history to keep this site’s history accurate and well-sourced.
Read the History →Public Access
Maintaining a guided tour program that funds upkeep while protecting the property from damage.
Tours & Events →How Preservation Is Funded
Preservation work is funded primarily through guided tours and direct visitor support — there is no public grant or institutional endowment behind this property. That makes visits and contributions from the public directly responsible for keeping the house standing. Learn more about how to help on our Support page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Primarily through guided tours and direct visitor support, since the property receives no public grant or institutional endowment. See our Support page for ways to help.
Priorities include structural stabilization, grounds and outbuilding upkeep, and ongoing historical documentation. Contact us for the latest progress.
Possibly — if you have relevant historic preservation, research, or restoration expertise, reach out through our Contact page and we’ll follow up.
Help Protect This Property
Your visit or contribution goes directly toward maintaining an 18th-century Rhode Island farmhouse.