The Towers - it is a romanesque style structure design by McKim, Mead & White ,the tourist and information center is located here, US 1, Narragansett.
Later, I received E-Mail that said:
"The Towers" is actually this building, The Casino at Narragansett Pier, designed by McKim, Mead, and White. It was completed in the summer of 1886 at a cost of $66,480. At the height of its popularity, it attracted over 5,000 visitors a day. The casino burned some years ago and is currently undergoing limited restoration.
Later, I received E-Mail that said:
Follow up on "Towers Castle", which is actually known locally as The Casino Towers-- was the first building to completely straddle a numbered U.S. highway. Route 1 passes thru the arch shown in the Casino photo.
Later more E-Mail:
I'm not sure if you're aware of it, but there is a restaurant/bar actually at the Towers called "The Coast Guard House" (16 Ocean Road, Narragansett, RI). They might have more information for you ... you can reach them at (401) 789-0700.
Acording to information on another website,
THE TOWERS (1883) Ocean Road. Last remaining section of the famous Narragansett Pier Casino designed by Stanford White, which in its heyday was the center of the summer social season in this famous seaside resort. The restoration process is continuing with the ground floor housing the Chamber of Commerce Visitor's Center and first floor gallery and exhibit space. Summer tours are available. Daily; 9-4 p.m. 783-7121.
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Picture courtesy of Phil Bilzor.