Never has the phrase "good things come in small packages" been so accurate. Rhode Island might be the nation's smallest state, but it packs quite the punch.

When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily from May 10 through Sept. 1 Where: 380 Corys Ln., Portsmouth More: The first park in Rhode Island is almost 200 years old. How to visit this spring Sakonnet Garden ...

THINGS TO DO 401 Fun: The best things to do in Rhode Island, Aug. 2-9 This week: Jazz fest, film fest, seafood fest, bugs, elephants, and more!

THINGS TO DO 401 Fun: The best things to do in Rhode Island Nov. 15-22 This week: Lucinda Williams, flying BMX riders, mansion lights, chocolate expo, and more!

Putting at this RI mini golf course, named one of the best in New England, only costs $12 for children 9 and under.

There are lots of other places to visit to see Rhode Island’s birds. You can also try any of the parks and management areas maintained by the state Department of Environmental Management.

These Rhode Island landmarks go way back.Oldest place of worship in Rhode Island: The Great Friends Meeting House Being the oldest place of worship in Rhode Island is quite an accomplishment, as ...

Oldest Business in Rhode Island: Kenyon’s Grist Mill White Horse Tavern aside (as it does predate this business), Kenyon’s Grist Mill is the oldest business in the state, grinding away since 1696.