1848 Rhode Island gubernatorial election

The 1848 Rhode Island gubernatorial election was held on April 5, 1848.

Incumbent Whig Governor Elisha Harris won re-election to a second term, defeating Democratic nominee Adnah Sackett.

Candidates

 * Adnah Sackett, Democratic, manufacturer of jewelry. Sackett was nominated after Olney Ballou declined the nomination.
 * Elisha Harris, Whig, incumbent Governor