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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

Family Memories: A Conversation About Camp and Its Aftermath

Join the Museum of Work & Culture, a division of the Rhode Island Historical Society, on March 12 at 1pm … Continue reading Family Memories: A Conversation About Camp and Its Aftermath

Valley Talks: In the Beginning: Origins of the French-Canadian Exodus, 1826-1861

Valley Talks, a series of biweekly historical lectures by the Museum of Work & Culture, conclude Sunday, March 6 at … Continue reading Valley Talks: In the Beginning: Origins of the French-Canadian Exodus, 1826-1861

Valley Talks: Before Hollywood, There was Vaudeville

Valley Talks, a series of biweekly historical lectures by the Museum of Work & Culture, continues Sunday, February 20 at … Continue reading Valley Talks: Before Hollywood, There was Vaudeville

Day of Remembrance 2022: Executive Order 9066 and Its Legacies

Join the Museum of Work & Culture, a division of the RIHS, on Saturday, February 19 at 1pm as they … Continue reading Day of Remembrance 2022: Executive Order 9066 and Its Legacies

The Museum of Work & Culture’s 6th Annual Children’s Baking Workshop

The Museum of Work & Culture, a division of the Rhode Island Historical Society, will offer its annual Children’s Baking … Continue reading The Museum of Work & Culture’s 6th Annual Children’s Baking Workshop

Romance After Dark

Join the Rhode Island Historical Society on Thursday, February 10th at 6pm for Romance After Dark, a virtual evening filled … Continue reading Romance After Dark

Valley Talks: Entangled Landscape

Valley Talks, a series of biweekly historical lectures by the Museum of Work & Culture, continues Sunday, February 6 at … Continue reading Valley Talks: Entangled Landscape

Slatersville: The End of Heaven, Part 2

As the young men and women return home from serving abroad in World War II, the children of the late … Continue reading Slatersville: The End of Heaven, Part 2

Valley Talks: The Power of Objects

Valley Talks, a series of biweekly historical lectures by the Museum of Work & Culture, continues Sunday, January 23 at … Continue reading Valley Talks: The Power of Objects

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

Valley Talks: The Battle of the Gravestones & The Saylesville Massacre of 1934

Valley Talks, a series of biweekly historical lectures by the Museum of Work & Culture, begins Sunday, January 9. All … Continue reading Valley Talks: The Battle of the Gravestones & The Saylesville Massacre of 1934

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)

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

Québec National Holiday Virtual Concert with Genticorum

The Museum of Work & Culture, in association with the Blackstone River Theatre of Cumberland, RI, and the Dana Center … Continue reading Québec National Holiday Virtual Concert with Genticorum

Salute to Spring ~ Bonjour Printemps

Join the Museum of Work & Culture on Sunday, April 11, for Salute to Spring ~ Bonjours Printemps, the culmination … Continue reading Salute to Spring ~ Bonjour Printemps

Virtual: “Social Justice: A Narragansett Perspective”

Lorén Spears, Narragansett, and Executive Director of Tomaquag Museum, will share the historical and contemporary colonization constructs, impacts of conquest, … Continue reading Virtual: “Social Justice: A Narragansett Perspective”

Virtual Valley Talks — Fears of Conspiracy: The Reception of French Canadian Immigrants

Valley Talks, a series of biweekly historical lectures by the Museum of Work & Culture, conclude Sunday, March 21 at … Continue reading Virtual Valley Talks — Fears of Conspiracy: The Reception of French Canadian Immigrants

Cine Quebec: Grand Cru with Cheese Tasting & Wine

Join the Museum of Work & Culture for a virtual reimagining of its annual Cine Quebec event. The evening will … Continue reading Cine Quebec: Grand Cru with Cheese Tasting & Wine

Streamable Quebecois Films: Grand Cru

Beginning Thursday, March 18, stream the Quebecois documentary Grand Cru, chronicling the lifework of Pascal Marchand, an aspiring poet from … Continue reading Streamable Quebecois Films: Grand Cru

5th Annual Poutine Indulgence

The Museum of Work & Culture is excited to announce the eagerly anticipated 5th Annual Poutine Indulgence & Competition. Between … Continue reading 5th Annual Poutine Indulgence

Virtual Winter Walking Tours: Woonsocket’s Franco Landmarks

The Museum of Work & Culture will offer a series bi-weekly virtual walking tours exploring different districts of Woonsocket. The … Continue reading Virtual Winter Walking Tours: Woonsocket’s Franco Landmarks

Virtual Valley Talks: The Sentinelle Affair

Valley Talks, a series of biweekly historical lectures by the Museum of Work & Culture, continues Sunday, March 7 at … Continue reading Virtual Valley Talks: The Sentinelle Affair

Streamable Quebecois Films: Merci Pour Tout

Beginning Thursday, March 4, stream the Quebecois dark comedy, Merci Pour Tout, which tells the story of two estranged sisters … Continue reading Streamable Quebecois Films: Merci Pour Tout

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 Winter Walking Tours: Woonsocket’s Historic Downtown

The Museum of Work & Culture will offer a series bi-weekly virtual walking tours exploring different districts of Woonsocket. Wednesday, … Continue reading Virtual Winter Walking Tours: Woonsocket’s Historic Downtown

Virtual Valley Talks: Paper or Plastic? Legacies of Work, Family, Community

Valley Talks, a series of biweekly historical lectures by the Museum of Work & Culture, continues Sunday, February 21 at … Continue reading Virtual Valley Talks: Paper or Plastic? Legacies of Work, Family, Community

A Journey Through the History of Chocolate

Have you ever wondered how the chocolate that you enjoy today was created? We are going to take a journey … Continue reading A Journey Through the History of Chocolate

Virtual Winter Walking Tours: Woonsocket’s Historic North End

The Museum of Work & Culture will offer a series bi-weekly virtual walking tours beginning Wednesday, February 10 at 7pm. … Continue reading Virtual Winter Walking Tours: Woonsocket’s Historic North End

Virtual Valley Talks — Slatersville Documentary Screening: Henry Plimpton Kendall: They Will All Be My Friends

Valley Talks, a series of biweekly historical lectures by the Museum of Work & Culture, continues Sunday, February 7 at … Continue reading Virtual Valley Talks — Slatersville Documentary Screening: Henry Plimpton Kendall: They Will All Be My Friends

Virtual Valley Talks: “The People’s Martyr” and the Dorr Rebellion

Valley Talks, a series of biweekly historical lectures by the Museum of Work & Culture, continues Sunday, January 24 at … Continue reading Virtual Valley Talks: “The People’s Martyr” and the Dorr Rebellion

All Hallow’s Revel: A Virtual Halloween Bash

Join the Museum of Work & Culture Preservation Foundation for an All Hallow’s Revel: A Virtual Halloween Bash on Saturday, … Continue reading All Hallow’s Revel: A Virtual Halloween Bash

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

Annual Children’s Baking Workshop with Wright’s Dairy Farm & Bakery

The Museum of Work & Culture will offer its annual Children’s Baking Workshop with Wright’s Dairy Farm & Bakery this … Continue reading Annual Children’s Baking Workshop with Wright’s Dairy Farm & Bakery

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

Rhode Island Manufacturer’s Association Q&A

The Museum of Work & Culture kicks-off a virtual series of Q&As with the Rhode Island Manufacturers Association beginning Tuesday, … Continue reading Rhode Island Manufacturer’s Association Q&A

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

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

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: 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

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

Salute to Summer/La Fete de la St-Jean featuring 4th Annual Poutine Indulgence

The Museum of Work & Culture is excited to announce Salute to Summer a reimagining of their previously scheduled Salute … Continue reading Salute to Summer/La Fete de la St-Jean featuring 4th Annual Poutine Indulgence

Virtual Valley Talk: Quebec’s Poutine Love Affair

Virtual Valley Talks, a series of free virtual historical lectures by the Museum of Work & Culture, continues on Wednesday, … Continue reading Virtual Valley Talk: Quebec’s Poutine Love Affair

“Illegal to Be You: Gay History Beyond Stonewall”

Katherine Ott, curator and historian at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, will give a special evening program in … Continue reading “Illegal to Be You: Gay History Beyond Stonewall”

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: RHODI Conversations: Broadening Your Reach with Rhode Tour

Panel discussion featuring Logan Hinderliter of the RI Council for the Humanities, Marta Martinez of RI Latino Arts and Angela … Continue reading VIRTUAL: RHODI Conversations: Broadening Your Reach with Rhode Tour

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

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)

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)

VIRTUAL: RHODI Conversations: Virtual Lunch Bunch – our organizations and COVID-19

RHODI Conversations are free, peer-to-peer workshops, presentations, and social events for those currently in the history, heritage, and cultural sectors in Rhode Island or who hope to be in the future.

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

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