Mishpakha: Jewish History of Woonsocket Exhibit

Museum of Work and Culture 42 S Main St, Woonsocket, RI, United States

The Museum of Work & Culture, a division of the Rhode Island Historical Society, is proud to present Mishpakha: Jewish History of Woonsocket, an original exhibition celebrating local narratives of worship, […]

$8

Newport History Tours: Explore the Old Colony House

Colony House Washington Square, Newport, RI, United States

Built in 1739, this historic site was a center for Rhode Island’s colonial government. Explore its significant history, including the surrounding square, and view a Gilbert Stuart portrait of George […]

$5 – $20

School of the Soldier

South County Museum 115 Strathmore Street, Narragansett, Rhode Island, United States

Battery "B" First Rhode Island Light Artillery will be at South County Museum to run the Civil War Soldier Experience. Come to the South County Museum on Saturday, August 19th, and Sunday, August 20th from 10:00 AM-1:30 PM for the Civil War Soldier Experience!

$35

South County Museum: Christian McBurney on Rum Running in RI During Prohibition

South County Museum 115 Strathmore Street, Narragansett, Rhode Island, United States

On August 23rd, at 6:30 PM, Christian McBurney will give a talk on rum running in Rhode Island during Prohibition. This talk will be hosted at the South County Museum, and will be free thanks to a grant from the Rhode Island Council for the Humanities.

Newport and the Stamp Act Riots: A Family-Friendly Tour & Hands-on Activity

Museum of Newport History 127 Thames Street, Newport, RI, United States

In August 1765, a group of Newporters organized a riot that turned leading citizens against each other and set Rhode Island on a path to rebellion against Great Britain. This tour explores what happened on those fateful summer days and offers a glimpse into life in colonial Newport on the eve of revolution. This family-friendly […]

$15 – $20

South County Museum: Payton Becker Talk on “When Wedding Dresses Went White”

South County Museum 115 Strathmore Street, Narragansett, Rhode Island, United States

On August 30th at 6:30 P.M., Payton Becker will give a talk on "When Wedding Dresses Went White: Bridal Fashion from 1850 to 1950." This talk will be hosted at the South County Museum, and is free thanks to a grant from the Rhode Island Council for the Humanities.

American Veteran Traveling Tribute & The Traveling Wall (AVTT)

Rocky Point State Park 1 Rocky Point Ave, Warwick, RI, United States

September 8-10th, 2023, Rocky Point State Park, Warwick, RI: The American Veteran Traveling Tribute & The Traveling Wall will honor 209 Rhode Islanders who lost their lives in the Vietnam War. Hosted by Operation Stand Down RI, the Gaspee Days Committee, RI State Parks, RI 250th Commission, and the City of Warwick. Friday, September 8th […]

Pirates and Privateers of Rogue’s Island by Historian Brian Wallin

Maury Loontjens Memorial Library 35 Kingstown Road, Narragansett, RI, United States

Join us as local historian Brian Wallin gives a talk on Pirates and Narragansett Bay. The event is co-sponsored by the Narragansett Historical Society and Maury Loontjens Memorial Library. Their ships slipped in and out of Newport harbor and Narragansetts Bay in the 17th and 18th centuries. Privateers sailed with official government authorization to capture […]

Block Island Pride

Various Locations

If you thought Pride was over, head to Block Island to keep the party going. Starting Thursday, September 14, and going all weekend long, there will be dancing, drag shows, movies, markets, and so much more to enjoy. Everyone is welcome to this fabulous fall event. Queer Block Island invites you to a very special […]