Wednesday, April 2

5:30 p.m.

Library Talk

Free Admission

To R.S.V.P.:

Lee Teverow

(401)273-8107 x10 or

lteverow [at] rihs.org

Work and Play in New England in 19th Century Stereoviews

Rhode Island Historical Society Executive Director Bernard Fishman continues his exploration of early photography with his own collection of stereoscopic views of work and play in 19th Century New England. Projected images from the period will show us examples of the farms, factories, businesses and maritime life that provided New England's economic foundations, as well as the resorts, hotels and amusements that offered entertainment and recreation. This illustrated talk will last about an hour.

Saturday, April 26

10 a.m. - 12 noon

Register by April 12th

To Register:

(401)273-8107 x12

For more information:

Lee Teverow

lteverow [at] rihs.org

Family History for Families - A Beginner's Look at Genealogy

If you have little or no experience with genealogy, this workshop is for you! Jonathan D. Galli, a professional genealogist with 30 years of international research and education experience, will teach you methods and sources for accurately tracing your family history in an interactive presentation using today's technology. Bring your children (ages 12 and up), parents, grandparents, adult siblings, younger and older relatives, and also bring whatever names, dates and other information you have to make the most of this session. Mr. Galli and RIHS librarians will be on hand to guide your research. Participates will also receive resource materials including blank charts to record what you already know as well as new discoveries.

Free to RIHS members; non-members: $15 for two family members, $25 for 3-4

Wednesday, May 7

5:30 p.m.

Library Talk

Free Admission

To R.S.V.P.:

Lee Teverow

(401)273-8107 x10 or

lteverow [at] rihs.org

Bringing the War Home: Stereographic Views of Conflict from the 19th Century

Rhode Island Historical Society Executive Director Bernard Fishman completes his series of illustrated talks, using stereoviews from his own collection, with a presentation on the imagery of war as seen through the popular stereoscopic format. From the Crimean War of the 1850s through the Spanish-American War at the end of the century, and including views of the American Civil War and the Franco-Prussian War, we will see what Americans of those times saw of these conflicts through their parlor stereoscopes. This illustrated talk will last about an hour.

Saturday, May 17

1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

For more information:

Lee Teverow

(401)273-8107 x10 or

lteverow [at] rihs.org

Open House at the RIHS Library!

The doors at the RIHS Library will be open to one and all for a look at our newly painted Reading Room and lobby. Take the opportunity to browse the Library's broad range of materials reflecting the people and history of Rhode Island. The Library is open for research Wednesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and the second Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.