Newport Restoration Foundation 
680 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI, United States
In commemoration of the 250th Anniversary of the founding of the United States, this exhibition looks at the period of the formation of the American nation and sense of identity
Tomaquag Museum
390 A Summit Road Exeter, RI, United States
While the American Revolution provides historical context for this years 250th anniversary of the United States, this exhibition broadens the conversation by exploring the meaning of freedom through Indigenous perspectives
Rhode Island Department of State
33 Broad Street, Providence, RI, United States
From the attack on the British Royal Navy's HMS Gaspee in 1772 to being the final state to ratify the U.S. Constitution, Rhode Island has a big story to tell
Newport Historic Cemetery Advisory Commission
Farewell Street, Newport, RI, United States
Newport was an important city during the American War of Independence. Everyone in the city was directly affected during the war years and the tour will feature selected people that
Newport Mansions
548 Bellevue Ave., Newport, RI, United States
This exhibition explores how diverse Newporters experienced the tumult of the Revolution and how later artists, writers and community organizers from Newport defined our understanding of the war in innovative,
Jean Leo Gagnier
44 Broad St., Westerly, Rhode Island, United States
Rhode Islanders’ revolutionary acts outside of Rhode Island – A Panel Discussion- During the Revolution Rhode Islanders contributed to victory on the land and sea, far from Rhode Island’s borders.
Rhode Island 250 Commission
15 Veterans Lane, Exeter, Rhode Island
Join us for the planting of a new Liberty Tree at the Veterans' Memorial Cemetery as part of Rhode Island’s ongoing commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution.
RI State Library
State House, 82 Smith Street, Room 208, Providence, RI, United States
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
Japan-America Society of Southern New England, Inc.® (JASNE)
5 Touro Park Street W, Newport, RI, United States
The 2nd Annual Japan-America Friendship Festival returns to historic Touro Park in Newport on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Hosted by the Japan-America Society of
Johnston Historical Society
216 Morgan Avenue, Johnston, Rhode Island, United States
Please help us celebrate the 250th anniversary of this country by partaking in our event concerning the indigenous population during the Revolutionary War Period. There assistance was invaluable in the
Newport Restoration Foundation
46 Clarke Street, Newport, Rhode Island, United States
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
East Providence 250th Celebration
100 Newman Ave, Rumford, RI, United States
Join us at Newman Cemetery on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 1:00–3:00 p.m. for a special look at the oldest cemetery in East Providence. Patrick Hanner of the City’s Planning
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