Throughout this series, a variety of topics will be presented to enhance understanding of Indigenous history, culture, and current events, as well as the ongoing efforts to preserve and share cultural knowledge and traditional lifeways. This year features a lineup of monthly presentations by Historians, Educators, and Indigenous knowledge keepers! You can register for this […]
Brave Men as Ever Fought by artist Don Troiani will be on loan at the Rhode Island State House from the Museum of the American Revolution until June 29th, 2025. […]
Learn the basics of genealogy, find out about the Sons of the American Revolution and the Daughters of the American Revolution, and meet with members to find out if you […]
The Newport Historical Society presents Newport 1775: Whose Side Are You On?, an immersive exhibition and lecture series that delves into the complex choices faced by Newport residents on the brink of the American Revolution. Exhibition: Newport 1775: Whose Side Are You On? Dates: May 15 – December 2025 Location: Richard I. Burnham Resource Center, […]
Rhode Island 250 Commission, Rhode Island Department of State, & Rhode Island Historical Society Professional Development Series for Educators Continues! The Rhode Island 250 Commission, Rhode Island Department of State, […]
THE BRITS ATTACK BRISTOL (& LOSE!) In 1775, the British bombed Bristol. And then in 1778, the British, after landing on the shore up on Bristol Neck, marched through town, […]
Two Hundred and Fifty Years of Army Life Join us as we celebrate a monumental milestone in military history—250 years of service, dedication, and sacrifice. This special event at Kempenaar's […]
In the final workshop of the RI 250 Teacher Professional Development Series, join us to learn more about key milestones in Rhode Island’s history and movements that have affected significant […]
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 […]
Join the John Brown House Museum, a museum of the Rhode Island Historical Society, on Thursday, June 12, at 5:30 p.m., for a talk by author Don Hagist on his […]
