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, burning about 30 buildings on their way to Newport. The BH&PS is clebrating both through this fantastic weekend of events. The United Train of Artillery, […]

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 Clam Bake Club offers a unique opportunity to experience the rich history of the military through reenactments, exhibits, and more. Enjoy a BBQ feast that […]

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 […]

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 others shaped the fight for independence in ways many do not appreciate or even know about. This event remedies some of that shortfall and will […]