Warwick Mall, a longstanding retail center in Warwick, Rhode Island, has been a central part of the region’s commercial landscape since it opened in 1970. Located near the intersection of Interstates 295 and 95, the enclosed shopping mall boasts over 1 million square feet of retail space and features more than 80 stores, alongside a large food court and entertainment venues.
Origins and Early Growth
When Warwick Mall first opened its doors on October 2, 1970, it introduced a robust lineup of anchor tenants including Filene’s, Jordan Marsh, Peerless, The Outlet Company, and Woolworth. Over the following decade, JCPenney joined as a sixth anchor, and Caldor took over The Outlet’s former space in 1982. Despite a solid start, the mall initially lagged behind the nearby Rhode Island Mall due to fewer inline stores and the absence of a food court…