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Lobby Card circa 1980: Courtesy of Dan Donahue
 
Warwick, Rhode Island -- 20 Jefferson Blvd
 

 
 

Warwick was Rhode Island's first Motor Lodge/Restaurant complex when it opened in 1968.

Built on a rise, it presented itself exceptionally well to passing motorists traveling on I-95. In fact, it was such a prominent location that a Red Coach Grill was also built at the site.

Postcard circa 1970s
 
 
Brochure circa 1970s: Courtesy of Dan Donahue
 
 
Photographs August 29, 2004
 
 
 

While still a Howard Johnson's during the late 1970s or early '80s, the Restaurant had lost its Dairy Bar and a Bay Window was added to the front of the building.

In 2005 the former Restaurant was still operating as a Bickford's.

 
 
Photographs October, 2004: Courtesy of Phil Edwards
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
Having been converted into a Motel 6, the beautiful Gate Lodge was demolished and replaced with the characterless lobby/office seen above.
 
Postcard circa 1970
 
 
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