Virtual Author’s Talk—Don Troiani’s Black Soldiers in America’s Wars: 1754-1865

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Historian John Rees discusses his recent collaboration with historical artist Don Troiani highlighting the participation of African American soldiers in America’s early wars that combines Troiani’s dramatic art with Rees’ heavily researched text. Drawing from his research and written contributions, along with Troiani’s battle paintings, figure studies, artifact collection and artist notes, Rees focuses on […]

“The Birthplace of Religious Freedom: How Far Have We Come?” Professional Development Series for Rhode Island Teachers

Aldrich House 110 Benevolent Street, Providence, RI, United States

As we turn the page into 2025, we’re even closer to celebrating our nation's Semiquincentennial. The Rhode Island 250 Commission and the Rhode Island Historical Society are hosting a professional development series for educators from January to June 2025, exploring Rhode Island's role in America's founding. Each session, held once a month across the state, […]