The Fate of the Day with Rick Atkinson Lecture

Old Colony House Washington Square, Newport, RI

Friday, May 9th, 2025 Colony House | Washington Square, Newport Admission: $60 to $85 per person* *All tickets for this event include a copy of The Fate of the Day: The War for America, Fort Ticonderoga to Charleston, 1777-1780 Lecture starts at 6pm; doors open at 5pm for a complimentary reception. Charter Books and the […]

Lecture: Fred Zilian-Life on Aquidneck Island during the British-German Occupation, 1776-79

Middletown Public Library 700 West Main Road, Middletown, Rhode Island

May 10th at the Middletown Public Library. 2 PM In the Revolutionary War era, Aquidneck Island was occupied by British and German military forces, December 1776 – October 1779. This lecture will cover the background to the occupation, the British-German landing and deployment on the island, the weather and landscape of the island at the […]

Do You Have A Revolutionary War Ancestor? at Westerly Library

Westerly Library & Wilcox Park 44 Broad Street, Westerly, RI, United States

Learn the basics of genealogy, find out about the Sons of the American Revolution and the Daughters of the American Revolution, and meet with members to find out if you have a Revolutionary War ancestor! The Rhode Island Societies of the Daughters of the American Revolution and Sons of the American Revolution will host this […]

Newport 1775: Whose Side Are You On?

Newport Historical Society Resource Center 82 Touro Street, Newport, RI, United States

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 […]

RI250 Educator Workshop – Unfinished Revolutions: The Fight for Voting Rights

Rhode Island State House 82 Smith Street, Providence, RI, United States

Rhode Island 250 Commission, Rhode Island Department of State, & Rhode Island Historical Society Professional Development Series for Educators Continues! The Rhode Island 250 Commission, Rhode Island Department of State, and the Rhode Island Historical Society present their fifth professional development session for Rhode Island educators highlighting Rhode Island's pivotal role in the founding of […]

Brits Attack Bristol (and Lose!)

Herreshoff Marine Museum 1 Burnside Street, Bristol, United States

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

Kempenaar's Clambake Club 323 Valley Road, Middletown, RI, United States

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 […]

RI250 Educator Workshop: From Revolution to Restoration

Museum of Work and Culture 42 S Main St, Woonsocket, RI, United States

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 […]

Wickford in the American Revolution: A Walking Tour with Tim Cranston

Town Wharf (End of Main) 161 Main St, North Kingstown, RI, United States

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 […]