Tourism Partnership Fund

Each year, the Town of Bristol works hand-in-hand with community partners to support and enhance local tourism through its Tourism Partnership Fund.


Recent Initiatives

Black Ships Festival

In 2018, the Town of Bristol partnered with the Japan-America society of Rhode Island to host the Annual Black Ships Festival in Bristol. The event drew over 3500 attendees and had a local economic impact of over $100K.

State Street Fair Series

The Bristol Merchants Association now hosts monthly State Street Fairs between April and October. Each fair features different vendors and offers residents and visitors a unique experience each time.

Explore Bristol Map

With support from Bristol’s Tourism Partnership Fund, the East Bay Media Group was able to publish tourism maps to stock the public kiosks around town.

Partner Organizations

Bristol Merchants Association
Bristol Merchants Association

The BMA is a collection of local merchants who work to enhance the business environment through mutual cooperation by common marketing advocacy, event hosting and sharing of best business practices.

Explore Bristol
Explore Bristol

Explore Bristol works to promote everything that Bristol has to offer.  The Explore Bristol webpage hosts a list of shops, restaurants, places to stay and events goings around town.

East Bay Chamber of Commerce
East Bay Chamber of Commerce

The East Bay Chamber of Commerce’s mission is to “encourage, promote, and support businesses and serve as a resource for the community.” The Chamber supports businesses in the Towns of Bristol, Warren, and Barrington.

Discover Newport Logo
Discover Newport

Discover Newport is a non-profit destination management organization dedicated to the promotion of the Greater Newport and East Bay as a premiere destination for business and leisure travel.

Frequently Asked Questions


Contact Us

Address: 235 High Street, First Floor, Bristol, RI 02809
Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday | 8:00AM – 4:00PM

Diane Williamson, Director of Community Development
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (401)-253-7000 ext. 126