1966 United States Senate election in Rhode Island

The 1966 United States Senate election in Rhode Island took place on November 8, 1966. Incumbent Democratic U.S. Senator Claiborne Pell successfully sought re-election, defeating Republican Ruth M. Briggs with 67.66% of the vote.

Primary elections
Primary elections were held on September 13, 1966.

Candidates

 * Claiborne Pell, incumbent U.S. Senator

Candidates

 * Ruth M. Briggs, former lieutenant colonel in the Women's Army Corps (WAC)
 * Charles H. Eden