Horse-Drawn Plow at Roger Williams Zoo - Providence, Rhode Island
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This horse-drawn walk-behind plow is at the Roger Williams Zoo in Providence, Rhode Island.
Waymark Code: WM1622W
Location: Rhode Island, United States
Date Posted: 04/17/2022
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member ScroogieII
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This horse-drawn walk-behind moldboard plow is at the Roger Williams Zoo in Providence, Rhode Island. Find this piece of old agricultural equipment at the Alex and Ani Farmyard section of the zoo. It is made of cast iron with wood handles. The display appears mostly intact and includes the hitch, clevis, and adjustable height wheel.

Zoo Hours:
April 1 – October 10, daily 9:00AM to 4:00PM
October 11 – March 31, 10:00AM to 4:00PM
Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays
The last admission is a half-hour before closing.
The Zoo is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
As of this post (April 2022) timed-entry ticket requirements remain in effect for non-members based on COVID-19 public safety guidelines.

Use or Purpose of Equipment: plowing

Approximate age: 120

Still in Use?: No

Location:
The plow is west of the barn at the Alex and Ani Farmyard section of the Roger Williams Zoo between the walkway and split rail fence.


Fee for Access: yes

Manufacturer and model: Not listed

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