Rhode Island Statehood Day is observed in the United States on May 29 each year, commemorating the day in 1790 when Rhode Island became the 13th state to ratify the United States Constitution. This day highlights Rhode Island's unique history, as it was the first of the Thirteen Colonies to declare independence from Great Britain on May 4, 1776, yet the last to ratify the Constitution. The celebration serves to honor the state's commitment to religious freedom and autonomy, rooted in its founding by Roger Williams, who established Providence Plantations as a haven for religious dissidents. Notable locations such as Providence, Portsmouth, and Newport, which were integral to the colony's formation, are often recognized during observances. The day is distinct from Rhode Island Independence Day, which marks the state's declaration of independence from Britain.