40%, As Long As It Isn't a Toy
If you’ve ever wondered what the import tariff on tallow candles, tamarind juice, or any number of other goods (including … Continue reading 40%, As Long As It Isn't a Toy
How To Become an Inventor
(Hint: It seems to involve model trains.) How to Become an Inventor offers a series of experiments like “The Magnetic … Continue reading How To Become an Inventor
Guides to the Past on Sale
Time-travelling visitors to Boston or Providence shouldn’t miss the Historical Society’s upcoming booksale on December 3rd and 4th. Here are … Continue reading Guides to the Past on Sale
HVAC Work Completed
In June, the new HVAC upgrades at the John Brown House Museum were completed. With the dust settled (and nearly … Continue reading HVAC Work Completed
Instructive Alphabet
Here’s the first post highlighting one of the items we’ll have available at the upcoming RIHS booksale: The Instructive Alphabet, … Continue reading Instructive Alphabet
RIHS Booksale
The Rhode Island Historical Society will hold a book sale on Friday, December 3 from 5 pm to 8 pm … Continue reading RIHS Booksale
Leather and Textiles
Two quick notes on recent and upcoming events at the Historical Society: First, space is still available for Saturday’s textile … Continue reading Leather and Textiles