After careful consideration of the State and Federal recommendations and due to the ongoing and ever-increasing concerns of the COVID-19 virus, the Cruising Club of America has decided to cancel the Newport/Bermuda Race that was to be held June 13th through June 21st, 2020.

As many of you know, the Cruising Club of America had teamed up with Bowen’s Wharf Co., Inc. to host the race village and race registration location on our beautiful, historical Wharf. We have been working closely with CCA over the past year to make this a memorable event and we look forward to the opportunity of teaming up with CCA again in 2022 for the next race. While BWCo., Inc. and CCA are disappointed the race will have to wait, it is of utmost importance to both organizations that all involved are kept safe by following all recommendations and measures put in place by the state and federal agencies.

It is with this same concern that I have decided to cancel our Newport Oyster and Chowder Festival that was to be held on May 30th & 31st, as well. Again, it is more important that everyone stays safe, practice social distancing, follow CDC guidelines and work from home as recommended.

Once we have weathered this storm and everyone is healthy, there will be plenty of time to enjoy food, fun, festivals and each other’s company on Bowen’s Wharf! Wishing you and your families all the best.

Sincerely,
Bartlett S. Dunbar, President
Bowen’s Wharf Co., Inc.

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To the visitors, tenants, vendors and employees of Bowen’s Wharf. During these unprecedented times, the safety of all who enjoy, work or dine at our historical wharf is our greatest concern.

While we are actively monitoring any developments with COVID-19 and following the guidance of the governor, the RI department of health and the CDC, we have decided to close our Bowen’s Wharf Pilot House/Welcome Center and our public restrooms. We will keep you updated via our website.

We have relaxed the hours of operation here at the wharf to facilitate our tenants ability to follow federal and state guidelines. We recommend that you check with each business for their hours of operation before making any plans. The restaurants at Bowen’s Wharf will be following the governor’s emergency declaration regarding the closing of restaurants to dine in patrons. Please call our restaurant’s to verify if they are offering take out. We encourage you to support our businesses and providing much needed revenue, by purchasing gift cards where available.

Bowen’s Wharf is always open, providing access to our historical site and waterfront. If you would like to visit please abide by federal and state guidelines recommending no groups with more than 10 persons. We encourage you to practice social distancing and wish you all safety and good health.

Sincerely,
Bartlett S. Dunbar, President
Bowen’s Wharf Co., Inc.

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