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Left: Narragansett Pier, R.I., Illustrated, 1891 Right: SCM photo jrt-2011
Tyn-y-Coed
73 Central Street
Architectural Description
21/2-story, wood-shingled dwelling with gabled dormers and a polygonal bay on the south side.
Original Owner/Resident
Built as a residence for Nancy K Bishop of Providence, the widow of William W. Bishop, agent
for the Rhode Island Bleach Works in that city.
Years Built
1884-85
Comment
Tyn-y-Coed is Welsh for "cottage in a field."