Warren

Warren is proud to be the smallest town in the smallest county in the smallest state. The tiny downtown neighborhood of slightly more than 1,200 people is an all-hands-on-deck effort, with a highly involved community that brings life to a small Rhode Island town. From politics to community development, the local community is dedicated to preserving its heritage. The voluntary historic district has a large number of property owners who are committed to preserving the community's historic fabric and dense development patterns from the past.

Warren's sleepy downtown is defined by its well-kept standalone bike trail, the East Bay Bike Path, which runs right through the middle. It is not only a central feature of the active neighborhood, but it also connects Downtown Warren to the rest of Rhode Island, connecting north and south to Providence and Bristol. The bike path and recreational facilities, such as Jamiel's Park, formerly a landfill and now an active community hub, have been planned for expansion and improvement. For residents who prefer not to ride a bike, downtown provides easy public transportation access to and from Providence, Newport, and Bristol, as well as prioritizes walking as a mode of transportation.

The neighborhood economy revolves around a plethora of farm-to-table restaurants, marine-related businesses, and local shops. A local foods campaign launched in 2010 resulted in the establishment of Hope & Main, a food startup and incubator space in town for new restaurants. Discover Warren, Hope & Main, and other community organizations have worked to revitalize the business district. Food systems have provided the foundation for delicious economic revitalization in this small New England town.