High Summer Harvest
Photographs by Ernest K. Thomas One of our recent projects was the inventorying of the collection of a prolific but … Continue reading High Summer Harvest
Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry
“Don’t Give Up the Ship!” This post is inspired by my son’s upcoming voyage on the Sailing School Vessel (SSV) … Continue reading Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry
Odes for the Fourth of July, 1796
For this holiday week celebrating the Declaration of Independence from Britain in 1776, I delved into the R.I.H.S. collections to … Continue reading Odes for the Fourth of July, 1796
When is a sponge not a sponge?
I am an avid watcher of The Great British Bake Off on PBS. My sister reads a few British newspapers … Continue reading When is a sponge not a sponge?
A Walk in the Woods
This past weekend I decided to take a hike in the woods, despite the fact that the sun really has … Continue reading A Walk in the Woods
Destruction of History/History of Destruction II
The architectural history of Rhode Island is a fascinating and frequently researched topic in the R.I.H.S. Collections. Buildings that housed or … Continue reading Destruction of History/History of Destruction II
Cooking (from) the Books
The Rhode Island Historical Society’s theme for 2017 is Relishing Rhode Island. To celebrate this, our staff will be cooking … Continue reading Cooking (from) the Books
Happy New Year… in April?
It started with a patron, a picture and a juicy story. A patron was looking for photos taken by Providence … Continue reading Happy New Year… in April?
I gcás ina bhfuil na mná?: Irish Women in Rhode Island
Irish immigrants to Rhode Island have forged an enduring legacy. Famous individuals such as Rev. James McSparran (1680-1757) and philosopher … Continue reading I gcás ina bhfuil na mná?: Irish Women in Rhode Island
Rhode Island Women in Action: A Force for Local Food
The Providence Housewives League The Providence Housewives League held their first meeting on September 27, 1912, with an aim to … Continue reading Rhode Island Women in Action: A Force for Local Food