1790 Rhode Island gubernatorial election

The 1790 Rhode Island gubernatorial election was held on 7 April 1790 in order to elect the Governor of Rhode Island. Anti-Federalist candidate Arthur Fenner defeated incumbent Independent Governor John Collins. The exact number of votes cast in this election are unknown.

General election
On election day, 7 April 1790, Anti-Federalist candidate Arthur Fenner won the election against his opponent incumbent Independent Governor John Collins, thereby gaining Anti-Federalist control over the office of Governor. Fenner was sworn in as the 4th Governor of Rhode Island on 5 May 1790.