This presentation will be an overview of Rhode Island maritime history, specifically the historic steam vessels that frequented the Narragansett Bay and nearby waters. Learn how people traveled in and … Continued
Historic Hale House is on the move! Our 2023 season will feature "The Transportation Revolution: Turn of the 19th into the 20th Century." We are open Wednesdays through Labor Day from … Continued
Join us for the opening of the 2024 season! This year's theme is “Demon Rum: Rhode Island's Rum Trade, Temperance, and Prohibition” . It will cover a history of alcohol … Continued
Our 2024 season will feature “Demon Rum: Rhode Island's Rum Trade, Temperance, and Prohibition.” We are open Wednesdays through Labor Day from 1:00-4:00 and by appointment. Call 401-830-4677 or email … Continued
Enjoy an afternoon watercolor painting on the scenic properties of the Hale House with Pam Santos. Together we will take in the sights of this historic house and create a … Continued
Our 2024 season will feature “Demon Rum: Rhode Island's Rum Trade, Temperance, and Prohibition.” We are open Wednesdays through Labor Day from 1:00-4:00 and by appointment. Call 401-830-4677 or email … Continued
Our 2024 season will feature “Demon Rum: Rhode Island's Rum Trade, Temperance, and Prohibition.” We are open Wednesdays through Labor Day from 1:00-4:00 and by appointment. Call 401-830-4677 or email … Continued
In the 1700s, the colony of Rhode Island dominated the North American slave trade, bringing more than 100,000 captives from Africa to the Americas. Most were obtained in exchange for … Continued
Our 2024 season will feature “Demon Rum: Rhode Island's Rum Trade, Temperance, and Prohibition.” We are open Wednesdays through Labor Day from 1:00-4:00 and by appointment. Call 401-830-4677 or email … Continued
Our 2024 season will feature “Demon Rum: Rhode Island's Rum Trade, Temperance, and Prohibition.” We are open Wednesdays through Labor Day from 1:00-4:00 and by appointment. Call 401-830-4677 or email … Continued