1. In 1790, Rhode Island became the last of the original 13 colonies to ratify the United States Constitution.
2. On May 25, 1935, the Rhode Island State House was completed after 15 years of construction. It is the tallest self-supported marble dome in the world and stands at 308 feet tall.
3. On May 25, 1979, the first woman ever to sail single-handedly around the world, Naomi James, arrived in Newport, Rhode Island.
4. In 2004, May 25 was declared "National Missing Children's Day" by the United States Congress to raise awareness and encourage efforts to locate missing children.
5. On May 25, 2020, amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Rhode Island Governor Gina Raimondo announced a phased reopening plan for the state's economy, easing restrictions on certain businesses and activities.
5 Fun Facts About May 25 In Rhode Island History
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