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. […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 book The Revolution’s Last Men: The Soldiers Behind the Photographs to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States Army. During a Civil War […]
Rhode Island Genealogical Society Come Home to Rhode Island: 50th Anniversary Dinner and Conference June 13-14, 2025 Crowne Plaza, 801 Greenwich Avenue, Warwick RI 02886 Join us for a two-day 50th Anniversary Celebration with exhibits, events, and more. "Come Home to Rhode Island" to discover and explore your ancestry, lineage and roots from early Colonial […]
Rhode Island Genealogical Society Come Home to Rhode Island: 50th Anniversary Dinner and Conference June 13-14, 2025 Crowne Plaza, 801 Greenwich Avenue, Warwick RI 02886 Join us for a two-day 50th Anniversary Celebration with exhibits, events, and more. "Come Home to Rhode Island" to discover and explore your ancestry, lineage and roots from early […]
Since 1965, the Gaspee Days Committee has continued its efforts to preserve, promote, and share Rhode Island’s revolutionary history with the community – and there’s no better way to do that than by celebrating over 50 years of the Gaspee Days Parade. Combining colonial groups from all over with our modern and vibrant community, this […]
Saturday, June 14 – Following the Gaspee Days Parade Join the Pawtuxet Rangers at their historic Armory for a special change of command ceremony, honoring outgoing Colonel Ron Barnes and welcoming incoming Colonel Phil Rowell. The event is part of the annual Gaspee Days Encampment, where visitors can explore 18th-century military life, watch demonstrations, and […]
Discover the unsung and underwritten heroes of the American Revolution at this day-long learning event in East Greenwich, RI, on Saturday, June 28. African Americans, Indigenous people, women, and many […]
