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Cranston, Rhode Island

Located in Providence County, Rhode Island, Cranston was founded in 1636. Rhode Island's third-largest city. Named for Samuel Cranston, longest-serving colonial RI governor.
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Founded 1636 | Population 82,000 | Peak 82,000 (2024) | County Providence County

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1636Founded: One of oldest RI communities.
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1910Incorporated: Providence suburb.
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2010Modern Era: Cranston continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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2020Modern Growth: Cranston continued to grow as part of its metropolitan area.
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Did You Know?

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Rhode Island's third-largest city.
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Named for Samuel Cranston, longest-serving colonial RI governor.
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Garden City was one of New England's first shopping centers.
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Cranston is located in Providence County, Rhode Island.
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Cranston was founded in 1636.
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