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1872 Jubilee

Join the Rhode Island Historical Society on Saturday, June 11, for the second of its Bicentennial Jubilees, featuring a free … Continue reading 1872 Jubilee

“The Imposter’s War” Book Talk with Mark Arsenault

The Rhode Island Historical Society will host Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Mark Arsenault on Wednesday, April 27th, at 6 p.m., with … Continue reading “The Imposter’s War” Book Talk with Mark Arsenault

Inside the Archives: “Restoration of America’s Oldest Theater Backdrop”

The Rhode Island Historical Society continues its free Inside the Archives series on Thursday, April 7, at 5:30 p.m., with … Continue reading Inside the Archives: “Restoration of America’s Oldest Theater Backdrop”

Inside the Archives: “Discovering the Secrets Within the Old Stone Bank Records” With Ray McKenna

The Rhode Island Historical Society continues its free Inside the Archives series on Wednesday, March 16 at 7 p.m., with … Continue reading Inside the Archives: “Discovering the Secrets Within the Old Stone Bank Records” With Ray McKenna

RIHS Inside the Archives: “Providential Actions: The Rhode Island Historical Society and its Early Contemporaries” with Alea Henle

The Rhode Island Historical Society will kick off its free Inside the Archives series Wednesday, January 19th at 7 pm … Continue reading RIHS Inside the Archives: “Providential Actions: The Rhode Island Historical Society and its Early Contemporaries” with Alea Henle

Winter Market and Festival

Join the Rhode Island Historical Society on Saturday, December 4th from 11 am to 4 pm on the John Brown … Continue reading Winter Market and Festival

2021 Goff Lecture: Nathaniel Philbrick’s Travels with George (VIRTUAL)

The Rhode Island Historical Society will kick off its bicentennial celebrations Saturday, November 20 at 5pm with its annual Goff … Continue reading 2021 Goff Lecture: Nathaniel Philbrick’s Travels with George (VIRTUAL)

Art and Labor for Lunch

Join the Museum of Work and Culture and the Rhode Island Labor History Society on Wednesday, September 22nd at 12pm … Continue reading Art and Labor for Lunch

(Wait-list Only) Weybosset Crossing: A Native American Cultural Presentation and Walking Tour

Join the Rhode Island Historical Society along with Deborah Spears Moorehead and fellow artists on a walking tour along the … Continue reading (Wait-list Only) Weybosset Crossing: A Native American Cultural Presentation and Walking Tour

Archive Remix Film Festival Sunday (Registration No Longer Required)

The Rhode Island Historical Society, in partnership with LittleFire, is pleased to present its first annual Archive Remix Film Festival. … Continue reading Archive Remix Film Festival Sunday (Registration No Longer Required)

Archive Remix Film Festival Saturday (Registration No Longer Required)

The Rhode Island Historical Society, in partnership with LittleFire, is pleased to present its first annual Archive Remix Film Festival. … Continue reading Archive Remix Film Festival Saturday (Registration No Longer Required)

A Key into the 17th Century with Ben Crystal, an Old Pronunciation English expert

Join the Rhode Island Historical Society in partnership with the National Parks Service Roger Williams Memorial on Saturday, August 14th … Continue reading A Key into the 17th Century with Ben Crystal, an Old Pronunciation English expert

Slatersville Preview Screening: The War

The Museum of Work & Culture will offer a virtual documentary screening on Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at 7:00 pm … Continue reading Slatersville Preview Screening: The War

Virtual Lecture: “The Brown and Sharpe Strike in Historical Perspective: Why Organized Labor Declined in the Late Twentieth Century (And How It Might Revive Itself)”

In 1981, workers at the Brown and Sharpe factory in North Kingstown, Rhode Island began what became the longest strike … Continue reading Virtual Lecture: “The Brown and Sharpe Strike in Historical Perspective: Why Organized Labor Declined in the Late Twentieth Century (And How It Might Revive Itself)”

VIRTUAL Gallery Talk: United We Bargain, Divided We Beg with Artist Zach Horn

The Museum of Work & Culture will host a virtual gallery talk with artist Zach Horn on Wednesday, October 21 … Continue reading VIRTUAL Gallery Talk: United We Bargain, Divided We Beg with Artist Zach Horn

VIRTUAL: “UNLADYLIKE2020” Film Screening and Panel Discussion

In honor of the centennial of women’s suffrage in 2020, UNLADYLIKE2020 presents the comprehensive biographies of 26 bold American women … Continue reading VIRTUAL: “UNLADYLIKE2020” Film Screening and Panel Discussion

VIRTUAL: “The Legacy of the Green Book”

In 1936, Victor Hugo Green, a Harlem postman, began publishing a guide for African American travelers to offer travel options during … Continue reading VIRTUAL: “The Legacy of the Green Book”

VIRTUAL: Renowned Québecois Journalist Talk on French Canadian Exodus

On Wednesday, October 7 at 7pm, the Museum of Work & Culture will host journalist Patrick White for “The Exodus … Continue reading VIRTUAL: Renowned Québecois Journalist Talk on French Canadian Exodus

VIRTUAL: “Founding Mothers: The Verin Case and the Liberty of Conscience in Early Rhode Island”

Joshua and Jane Verin were some of the first colonists in the settlement of Providence. Religious meetings happened in Roger … Continue reading VIRTUAL: “Founding Mothers: The Verin Case and the Liberty of Conscience in Early Rhode Island”

VIRTUAL: Slatersville Documentary Preview Screening

The Museum of Work & Culture will offer a virtual documentary screening on Wednesday, September 16 at 7pm when critically … Continue reading VIRTUAL: Slatersville Documentary Preview Screening

VIRTUAL: “Weaving a Tale:” A Book Born of Oral History, Primary Sources, and Research

Researcher Faith Gregor will discuss her new book Courage Says “Keep On”. The book illuminates a fascinating period of American … Continue reading VIRTUAL: “Weaving a Tale:” A Book Born of Oral History, Primary Sources, and Research

Living Memories Monday: August 2020

  On the last Monday of each month at 1:30pm the Museum hosts Living Memories Mondays, a free program for … Continue reading Living Memories Monday: August 2020

VIRTUAL: Summer Hands-on History: Vaudeville & Variety

The Museum of Work & Culture is excited to launch a free, bi-weekly virtual summer education series: Hands-on History: Summer … Continue reading VIRTUAL: Summer Hands-on History: Vaudeville & Variety

VIRTUAL: Therapeutic Tuesdays – Art Therapy

The Museum of Work & Culture continues Therapeutic Tuesdays, a free, bi-weekly virtual all-ability program. The program will provide families … Continue reading VIRTUAL: Therapeutic Tuesdays – Art Therapy

VIRTUAL: Summer Hands-on History: I’ve Got No Strings

The Museum of Work & Culture is excited to launch a free, bi-weekly virtual summer education series: Hands-on History: Summer … Continue reading VIRTUAL: Summer Hands-on History: I’ve Got No Strings

SensAbilities Saturday: August 2020

  On the first Saturday of each month, the Museum opens its doors an hour early at 9am for for … Continue reading SensAbilities Saturday: August 2020

VIRTUAL: Therapeutic Tuesdays – Art Therapy

The Museum of Work & Culture continues Therapeutic Tuesdays, a free, bi-weekly virtual all-ability program. The program will provide families … Continue reading VIRTUAL: Therapeutic Tuesdays – Art Therapy

Living Memories Monday: July 2020

  On the last Monday of each month at 1:30pm the Museum hosts Living Memories Mondays, a free program for … Continue reading Living Memories Monday: July 2020

VIRTUAL: Summer Hands-on History: Dance Around the World

The Museum of Work & Culture is excited to launch a free, bi-weekly virtual summer education series: Hands-on History: Summer … Continue reading VIRTUAL: Summer Hands-on History: Dance Around the World

VIRTUAL: Therapeutic Tuesdays – Music Therapy

The Museum of Work & Culture is excited to host Therapeutic Tuesdays, a free, bi-weekly virtual all-ability program, beginning on … Continue reading VIRTUAL: Therapeutic Tuesdays – Music Therapy

SensAbilities Saturday: July 2020

  On the first Saturday of each month, the Museum opens its doors an hour early at 9am for for … Continue reading SensAbilities Saturday: July 2020

VIRTUAL: Summer Hands-on History: All That Jazz

The Museum of Work & Culture is excited to launch a free, bi-weekly virtual summer education series: Hands-on History: Summer … Continue reading VIRTUAL: Summer Hands-on History: All That Jazz

Living Memories Monday: June 2020

  On the last Monday of each month at 1:30pm the Museum hosts Living Memories Mondays, a free program for … Continue reading Living Memories Monday: June 2020

SensAbilities Saturday: June 2020

  On the first Saturday of each month, the Museum opens its doors an hour early at 9am for for … Continue reading SensAbilities Saturday: June 2020

VIRTUAL: History Homeschool High (An Education Program for Teens)

History Homeschool High offers teens the opportunity to delve deeper into a different historical topic each week, including immigration, child … Continue reading VIRTUAL: History Homeschool High (An Education Program for Teens)

VIRTUAL: Q&A and Cocktails: Rhode Island Manufacturers Association

Q&A and Cocktails, a free virtual happy hour featuring talkbacks with experts from Rhode Island’s heritage, arts, culture, and business … Continue reading VIRTUAL: Q&A and Cocktails: Rhode Island Manufacturers Association

VIRTUAL: Hands-on History (Pre-K Education)

Hands-on History, a virtual Pre-K education program, offers weekly educational activities appropriate for ages 3-6 led by Museum of Work … Continue reading VIRTUAL: Hands-on History (Pre-K Education)

VIRTUAL: History Homeschool High (An Education Program for Teens)

History Homeschool High offers teens the opportunity to delve deeper into a different historical topic each week, including immigration, child … Continue reading VIRTUAL: History Homeschool High (An Education Program for Teens)

VIRTUAL: History Homeschool High (An Education Program for Teens)

History Homeschool High offers teens the opportunity to delve deeper into a different historical topic each week, including immigration, child … Continue reading VIRTUAL: History Homeschool High (An Education Program for Teens)

VIRTUAL: Virtual Valley Talks: Writer Norman Desmarais on Untold World War II Rhode Island

Virtual Valley Talks, a series of free virtual historical lectures by the Museum of Work & Culture, continues on Wednesday, … Continue reading VIRTUAL: Virtual Valley Talks: Writer Norman Desmarais on Untold World War II Rhode Island

POSTPONED: Living Memories Monday: May 2020

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED On the last Monday of each month at 1:30pm the Museum hosts Living Memories Mondays, … Continue reading POSTPONED: Living Memories Monday: May 2020

VIRTUAL: Hands-on History (Pre-K Education)

Hands-on History, a virtual Pre-K education program, offers weekly educational activities appropriate for ages 3-6 led by Museum of Work … Continue reading VIRTUAL: Hands-on History (Pre-K Education)

VIRTUAL: Q&A and Cocktails – The Intersection of Arts and Advocacy

Q&A and Cocktails, a free virtual happy hour featuring talkbacks with experts from Rhode Island’s heritage, arts, culture, and business … Continue reading VIRTUAL: Q&A and Cocktails – The Intersection of Arts and Advocacy

VIRTUAL: History Homeschool High (An Education Program for Teens)

History Homeschool High offers teens the opportunity to delve deeper into a different historical topic each week, including immigration, child … Continue reading VIRTUAL: History Homeschool High (An Education Program for Teens)

VIRTUAL: Hands-on History (Pre-K Education)

Hands-on History, a virtual Pre-K education program, offers weekly educational activities appropriate for ages 3-6 led by Museum of Work … Continue reading VIRTUAL: Hands-on History (Pre-K Education)

VIRTUAL: History Homeschool High (An Education Program for Teens)

History Homeschool High offers teens the opportunity to delve deeper into a different historical topic each week, including immigration, child … Continue reading VIRTUAL: History Homeschool High (An Education Program for Teens)

VIRTUAL: Virtual Valley Talk: Christian de Rezendes on Slatersville Documentary

Virtual Valley Talks, a series of free virtual historical lectures by the Museum of Work & Culture, continues on Wednesday, … Continue reading VIRTUAL: Virtual Valley Talk: Christian de Rezendes on Slatersville Documentary

VIRTUAL: Hands-on History (Pre-K Education)

Hands-on History, a virtual Pre-K education program, offers weekly educational activities appropriate for ages 3-6 led by Museum of Work … Continue reading VIRTUAL: Hands-on History (Pre-K Education)

CANCELED: SensAbilities Saturday: May 2020

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED On the first Saturday of each month, the Museum opens its doors an hour early … Continue reading CANCELED: SensAbilities Saturday: May 2020

VIRTUAL: Q&A and Cocktails: Creators of the Rhode Island COVID-19 Archive

Q&A and Cocktails, a free virtual happy hour featuring talkbacks with experts from Rhode Island’s heritage, arts, culture, and business … Continue reading VIRTUAL: Q&A and Cocktails: Creators of the Rhode Island COVID-19 Archive

VIRTUAL: History Homeschool High (An Education Program for Teens)

History Homeschool High offers teens the opportunity to delve deeper into a different historical topic each week, including immigration, child … Continue reading VIRTUAL: History Homeschool High (An Education Program for Teens)

POSTPONED: Living Memories Monday: April 2020

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED The Museum of Work & Culture continues its Living Memories Mondays series on Monday, April … Continue reading POSTPONED: Living Memories Monday: April 2020

VIRTUAL: Hands-on History (Pre-K Education)

Hands-on History, a virtual Pre-K education program, offers weekly educational activities appropriate for ages 3-6 led by Museum of Work … Continue reading VIRTUAL: Hands-on History (Pre-K Education)

VIRTUAL: Virtual Valley Talks – Marc Levitt on Triple Deckers: A New England Love Story

Valley Talks, a popular series of biweekly historical lectures presented by the Museum of Work & Culture, finds a new … Continue reading VIRTUAL: Virtual Valley Talks – Marc Levitt on Triple Deckers: A New England Love Story

SensAbilities Saturday: April 2020

  On the first Saturday of each month, the Museum opens its doors an hour early at 9am for for … Continue reading SensAbilities Saturday: April 2020

POSTPONED: Living Memories Monday: Spring Memories – Pressed Flowers

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED The Museum of Work & Culture continues its Living Memories Mondays series on Monday, March … Continue reading POSTPONED: Living Memories Monday: Spring Memories – Pressed Flowers

CANCELED: Cinema Sunday: Un homme sage-femme

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED On Sunday, March 29, the Museum of Work & Culture will present the final installment … Continue reading CANCELED: Cinema Sunday: Un homme sage-femme

CANCELED: Francophonie Flag Raising Ceremony

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED Join the League of Francophone Organizations of Rhode Island on Thursday, March 25, at the … Continue reading CANCELED: Francophonie Flag Raising Ceremony

POSTPONED: Valley Talks: Slatersville – The Catholics Are Coming

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED Valley Talks, a series of free historical lectures, ends on Sunday, Mar. 22, 1:30pm, at … Continue reading POSTPONED: Valley Talks: Slatersville – The Catholics Are Coming

CANCELED: Deliberate and Afraid of Nothing: Diversifying Women’s Representation

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED Representation matters. The Smithsonian American Women’s History Initiative is not only changing how millions of … Continue reading CANCELED: Deliberate and Afraid of Nothing: Diversifying Women’s Representation

CANCELED: Renowned Québecois Journalist Talk on French Canadian Exodus

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED On Wednesday, March 18 at 7pm, the Museum of Work & Culture will welcome journalist … Continue reading CANCELED: Renowned Québecois Journalist Talk on French Canadian Exodus

CANCELED: Cinema Sunday: Expo 67 – Mission Impossible

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED On Sunday, March 15, the Museum of Work & Culture will present the second installment … Continue reading CANCELED: Cinema Sunday: Expo 67 – Mission Impossible

CANCELED: Opening Reception for Through Our Eyes

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED The Museum of Work & Culture will host Through Our Eyes, an exhibit by the … Continue reading CANCELED: Opening Reception for Through Our Eyes

Valley Talks: The Art of Historical Reenacting

  Valley Talks, a series of free historical lectures, continues on Sunday, Mar. 8, 1:30pm, at the Museum of Work … Continue reading Valley Talks: The Art of Historical Reenacting

SensAbilities Saturday: March 2020

  On the first Saturday of each month, the Museum opens its doors an hour early at 9am for for … Continue reading SensAbilities Saturday: March 2020

Cinema Sunday: Amoureuses

  Beginning Sunday, March 1, the Museum of Work & Culture will host Cinema Sundays, a free bi-weekly presentation of … Continue reading Cinema Sunday: Amoureuses

Living Memories Monday: February 2020

  The Museum of Work & Culture continues its Living Memories Mondays series on Monday, February 24 at 1pm with … Continue reading Living Memories Monday: February 2020

Home School Program: Child Labor & Unionization

  On Monday, February 24, the Museum of Work and Culture and the Woonsocket Harris Public Library will host the … Continue reading Home School Program: Child Labor & Unionization

Valley Talk: Silent Presence – The French in New England

  Valley Talks, a series of free historical lectures, continues on Sunday, Feb. 23, 1:30pm, at the Museum of Work … Continue reading Valley Talk: Silent Presence – The French in New England

Valley Talk: 60 Years of the Newport Folk Festival

  Valley Talks, a series of free historical lectures, continues on Sunday, Feb. 9, 1:30pm, at the Museum of Work … Continue reading Valley Talk: 60 Years of the Newport Folk Festival

SensAbilities Saturday: February 2020

  On the first Saturday of each month, the Museum opens its doors an hour early at 9am for for … Continue reading SensAbilities Saturday: February 2020

Living Memories Monday: A Free Series for Those with Memory Loss

  The Museum of Work & Culture is proud to announce that it will be extending its inclusive programs with … Continue reading Living Memories Monday: A Free Series for Those with Memory Loss

Valley Talks: Mischief Managed – A Cinematic Journey

  Valley Talks, a series of free historical lectures, continues on Sunday, Jan. 26, 1:30pm, at the Museum of Work … Continue reading Valley Talks: Mischief Managed – A Cinematic Journey

Valley Talks: SOS – Save our Stadium

Valley Talks, a series of biweekly historical lectures, begins January 12. All events are free and take place at 1:30pm … Continue reading Valley Talks: SOS – Save our Stadium

SensAbilties Saturday: January 2020

On the first Saturday of each month, the Museum opens its doors an hour early at 9am for for families … Continue reading SensAbilties Saturday: January 2020

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