Sponsored by the Westerly Historical Society, this gathering of local history societies and museums will be held at the Westerly Armory. Each group will have a table to share information about itself. The Babcock-Smith House Museum will be selling local history or colonial-themed books culled from our library. This is a great opportunity to find […]
Presented by Joe Coduri Joe's program will give us a sneak peek at his latest book of postcards sure to elicit nostalgia from local folks and be a perfect "learning tool," for those who arrived more recently. His captions are a history lesson in themselves. Joe will happy to sign books following the program. This […]
Presented by Richard Wolak It was more than 70 years after Antarctica was first sighted in 1820 that mankind finally began to explore the continent in 1892. The subsequent 30-year period is often referred to as the Heroic Age in Antarctica, a time of initial winter habitation and audacious treks inland toward the South […]
Why bake? Come cookie shopping and, while picking out your platter of cookies, enjoy some free soup, muffins, freshly-baked cookies and hot cider. Then head to the raffle baskets and to Joshua's Store where a fine selection of homemade items awaits. You can do the bulk of your holiday shopping right here and support our […]
Presented by Vito DiPaola With the aid of photographs, maps and other illustrations, Vito will tell a short biographical story about Giuseppe Coduri, Giuseppe Gervasini, Attiilio Fraquelli, Feruccio Comolli, the Zerbarini brothers (Angelo and Columbus), the Cugini brothers and others. He will focus on their hometowns, their voyages to the United States, their apprenticeships, work […]
Presented by Judge Frank Williams Judge Williams, a perennial favorite at the Museum, will share his knowledge about courts in early America. Sure to be fascinating and, perhaps, a little timely. Snow date will be the following Sunday, January 18 Free to members; $5.00 for not-yet members
Presented by John Linton Although the Westerly granite companies are well-known for their works dealing with the Civil War, John, who is known for his painstaking research, has uncovered monuments dealing with the Revolutionary War and will share his discoveries. Free for members; $5.00 for not-yet members
Do you need a unique gift or an experience just for you? Try a hands-on hearth cooking class. Cook colonial food in an open fireplace and bake oven before enjoying the meal you have prepared. We are offering two classes, February 21 and March 14. Classes are limited to seven people at a cost of […]
Rescheduled from January 11. Judge Frank Williams, a perennial favorite at the museum, will talk about colonial courts and may even have a word or two to say about today's courts. Free for members: $5.00 for not-yet members.
Presented by Maureen Bjorkland Program highlights cooking and food preparation during the colonial period by comparing today's kitchen to the keeping room of the museum. Differences in the diet and the eating habits of the 18th century compared to the 21st century. Free for members: $5.00 for not-yet members.
Do you need a unique gift or an experience just for you? Try a hands-on hearth cooking class. Cook colonial food in an open fireplace and bake oven before enjoying the meal you have prepared. We are offering two classes, February 21 and March 14. Classes are limited to seven people at a cost of […]
Presented by Peter Piacquadio and other musicians Music was much more than entertainment during the Revolution — it carried narratives, spread political messages, and helped unify people in a time of conflict. Musicians will perform musical examples that follow the narrative Free for members; $5.00 for not-yet members.
Presented by Hugh Barton During the course of a century (1850 - 1950), more than 100 granite companies arose in Westerly. At the industry's peak 20 - 30 companies were operating, so many companies came and went - lasting just years or decades or even a century. The company lifespans and official reports of numbers […]
Presented by Peter Ogle A journey to uncover the history of some who were enslaved in Colonial Westerly. Free to members; $5.00 for not-yet members
Join us as we celebrate the 250 years since Rhode Island’s Renunciation Act which came before the Declaration of Independence. Our 1734 house will be filled with documents such as Joshua’s will and estate inventory, letters Franklin wrote to Joshua, furniture which graced those homes and even games and toys for children, so bring the […]
