Join us for watercolor class where we will use for inspiration the original Merit Badge given to soldiers for excellent service during the American Revolution that Cato Vernon may have received. All levels. Beginner friendly. Free for all.

Something happens when people sew together. Conversations, quiet, creative discovery and personal connection. Over time, we create something that could never exist if we did it alone and the artifact lives on to tell our story. Join artist Bob Dilworth in assembling a community textile dedicated to Cato Vernon. Using fabric printed with photos created

Family Friendly event for all ages: Tour our collections and learn about the history of steamships and engine-powered vessels. Explore hundreds of models, photos, maritime artworks, and other artifacts.

Nothing brings a greater sense of freedom than raising your voice in harmony in a circle of kind-hearted folks! Meet with friends new and old to join in the tradition of singing in a circle. A chance to make community, free your voice, boost your mental health, and reflect on American history and its relationship

Join the State Library for a discussion of Robert Geake & Loren Spears' "From Slaves to Soldiers: the 1st Rhode Island Regiment in the American Revolution" (2023) and primary sources from Rhode Island State Archives. We recommend borrowing the book from your local public library. Discussions will center on specific chapters and excerpts. Primary source

Something happens when people sew together. Conversations, quiet, creative discovery and personal connection. Over time, we create something that could never exist if we did it alone and the artifact lives on to tell our story. Join artist Bob Dilworth in assembling a community textile dedicated to Cato Vernon. Using fabric printed with photos created

This book talk from author and historian Jan Lancaster will share the story of Arthur Bowler, an enslaved African, who lived in the house later called the Vernon House for at least a decade — before Cato Vernon’s time. She’ll discuss the clues available about his life in Newport, and his subsequent life in Portsmouth,

Join us for watercolor class where we will use for inspiration the original Merit Badge given to soldiers for excellent service during the American Revolution that Cato Vernon may have received. All levels. Beginner friendly. Free for all.

The SSHSA Distinguished Speaker Series Presents Ida Lewis: The Legendary Lady Light Keeper of Lime Rock Hear about Newport's life saving light keeper who gained national recognition for saving 18 lives.

Something happens when people sew together. Conversations, quiet, creative discovery and personal connection. Over time, we create something that could never exist if we did it alone and the artifact lives on to tell our story. Join artist Bob Dilworth in assembling a community textile dedicated to Cato Vernon. Using fabric printed with photos created

Join artist Lois Harada for a drop-in hands-on workshop featuring moveable, wood type and a printing press. Participants will set a word using antique letters, add ink in their favorite color, then make a unique print. No experience necessary and appropriate for children with adult help. Free for all.

The selected photographs present artifacts recovered from Rhode Island’s first state prison, established in Providence in 1838 which photographic medium is uniquely situated to explore. These objects, preserved and cataloged by the Public Archaeology Laboratory, offer a rare and tangible connection to the early history of incarceration. Created as part of a larger body of