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 […]

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 […]

This talk will begin with examining the roots of the American military tradition and then proceed to cover the background to the American Revolution, the Battles of Lexington & Concord, the Continental Congresses, the Battle of Bunker Hill, the appointment of George Washington as the commander of the Continental Army, and the Siege of Boston. […]

Mayor Brett Smiley and the City of Providence Department of Art, Culture and Tourism presents Providence's annual Independence Day celebrations! On July 2nd, at 5:30 PM, the observance will kick off, with fun-filled activities (for all ages,) live music, and a fireworks exhibition beginning at 9:00 PM. The celebration will be held at India Point […]

There will be concessions, fireworks, and live music on July 3rd in East Providence at Pierce Memorial Stadium.

When: Fireworks on Thursday, July 3 at 9:30 p.m. Where: Fireworks will be set off over Bristol Harbor. Visit downtown, eat at one of our local restaurants and businesses, walk through beautiful downtown Bristol and stop by a local business and do some shopping, then watch a spectacular fireworks display over the Bristol Harbor.   […]

Bristol has a claim to the oldest independence celebration in the country, or what was then known in 1785 as the Patriotic Exercises. The idea first formed in the mind of Rev. Henry Wright, a Revolutionary War veteran. Since then, Bristol has prided itself on the turnout and spirit of its population. Although not originally […]

It is night. A crowd flits along the canals of Providence. In the water, a hundred fires blaze. WaterFire is arguably the cover of the City of Providence- hundreds of […]