Wickford in the American Revolution: A Walking Tour with Tim Cranston

Co-sponsored by Battle of Rhode Island Association & HistWick; Tour leaves from Town Wharf (End of Main) at 6:00 PM (90 min. duration)

Event description: Join Town Historian, Tim Cranston, for a walk through history in Wickford to learn of the people and places of North Kingstown that played a role in the American Revolution.

We don’t usually think of the Revolution happening here in town, but it did! British soldiers were stationed across the Bay in Newport and our area was teeming with supporters of both sides – the crown and colonial independence. This made for interesting times! The tour will walk by several homes owned by Patriots and Tories, and Tim will share many interesting, true stories of courage, bravery, and rebellion.

The walking tour starts at Town Wharf at the end of Main Street and will cover approximately 1-mile in 90 minutes. Please plan to be outdoors (e.g. wear sturdy, comfortable shoes, apply sunscreen, have water, etc.). Please, no dogs/pets. The event will occur unless there are heavy rains. You will be contacted via your registration email to historicwickfordorg@gmail.com if the event is cancelled due to weather.

Register via email to HistWick (historicwickfordorg@gmail.com) to confirm your attendance, at least 48 hours prior to the event; spaces is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.