Join the Rhode Island Historical Society on this walking tour that examines Providence’s involvement in the American Revolution. The tour will consider how everyday people lived their lives in Providence as war changed the world around them. While visiting sites throughout the East Side, we’ll discuss themes like enslaved men attempting to gain freedom, refugees […]

The Independence Day celebration is by far the largest event that is sponsored by the Rhode Island Society Sons of the Revolution. The day begins at the grave of William Ellery in the Common Burying Ground on Farewell Street in Newport. Members of the DAR hold a ceremony honoring Rhode Island’s signer of the Declaration […]

The State Archives will be open for special Independence Day hours on July 4 so that the public can view Rhode Island’s three copies of the Declaration of Independence. From 10 a.m. until noon on July 4, the State Archives will display its three versions of the Declaration of Independence: the Southwick Printing (1776), the […]

The Fourth of July Parade begins at 10:30 a.m. and will step off at the corner of Chestnut Street and Hope Street (Rt. 114) and ends on High Street, between State Street and Bradford Street. Hope Street (Rt. 114) will be closed off beginning at 8:00 a.m., including Poppasquash Road. Beginning at 7:00 a.m., Chestnut […]

Join Robert Geake at Smith's Castle on July 9th for a discussion of the topic for his upcoming book! The lecture is called, "No Meat, No Bread, No Soldier: The Campaign Against Hunger in the American Revolution." One of the major challenges in the War of Independence was feeding the troops and Geake will discuss […]

Vive la France à Newport Transport yourself to 1780 Newport, R.I. on July 13-14, 2024, for the 4th annual French in Newport experience. Celebrate Bastille Day with historic reenactors and explore the role of French soldiers and sailors who fought for America’s independence. Enjoy Revolution-era fashion, fare, and tunes, plus free family fun like a […]

Join the Nathanael Greene Homestead for a special event celebrating the love story of Nathanael and Kitty Greene! Witness a historical reenactment of their wedding ceremony at Nathanael Greene Homestead, 50 Taft Street, Coventry, RI 02816.. Immerse yourself in the past and experience the charm of a traditional 18th-century wedding. Don’t miss this unique opportunity […]

Join the Nathanael Greene Homestead in marking the General's Birthday on August 3rd, 2024! The Kingston Reds will host an 18th Century Encampment with historic militia members, living historians, and other reenactors! 1 pm: Ceremony followed by a talk by author Salina Baker