What was the government like in Rhode Island in the 1600s?

This article provides interesting facts and information about Colonial Rhode Island including life, government, religion, history, economy, trade and the Indian tribes native to Colonial Rhode Island .... Farming was difficult for crops like wheat because of the poor soil but corn, pumpkins, rye, squash and beans were raised. read more

King Charles II Issued a royal charter in 1663 that allowed the colonists of Rhode Island a large measure of self-government. Their governor and many other officials were elected by the colonists and no longer appointed by the king. The charter guaranteed "full liberty in religious concernments" to the colony. read more

In 1644, Providence, Portsmouth, and Newport united for their common independence as the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations, governed by an elected council and “president.” In 1651, England claimed the right to appoint a governor for RI, and a provincial council, to be elected and then approved by the king. read more

Rhode Island is one of the few states that lacks a governor's mansion. Departments and agencies Rhode Island government has numerous departments, agencies, and divisions. read more