Bob Madison, whose HO scale “Ninigret Cove Branch” was featured in Model Railroader will present "A Lionel Christmas in July." He will discuss how to assemble an under-the-tree Christmas-themed train layout. During the presentation participants will have the chance to put the finishing touches on the layout and run a train. Parents and children welcome. […]
Granite historian Linda Smith Chaffee will explore the role of Westerly Granite in building the skyline of New York City. From skyscrapers to mansions to a sewage treatment plant Westerly granite was there. At the Carriage House. Non-members $2.00; members free.
The premier of the upcoming PBS video based on the book Built from Stone: The Westerly Granite Story. At the Carriage House. Members only
October 5, Professor David J. Silverman will discuss his new book, Ninigret, Sachem of the Niantics and Narragansetts: Diplomacy, War, and the Balance of Power in Seventeenth-Century New England and Indian Country. At the Carriage House, Sponsored by the Westerly Historical Society, Free
A bountiful buffet luncheon of scrumptious vegetarian dishes is served at this popular annual event. See the expanded Carriage House and enjoy a delicious, hearty luncheon of vegetarian entrees, soups and desserts. Tickets available at door for $10.00.
A World of Needlework will present a variety of embroidery, knitting, quilting, needlepoint, and hooking samples from Panama, Russia, Egypt, Canada, and Laos along with their techniques and stories. Nancy's own work will illustrate the many and surprising sources of needlework design. At the Carriage House. Non-members $2.00; members free.
Tour the Celebration of trees at the museum Preview shop at the bazaar and Joshua's store Enjoy refreshments in the Carriage House $10 per person; children under 12 free. Weekend ticket $15
The Bazaar and more Stock up on Baked Goods and Cookies Take a chance at the Basket raffle Take a break with Muffins and Coffee Find a bargain at Christmas Past-gently used Christmas item Find a one of a kind item at Crafted Christmas--handcrafted new ornaments for your tree. Greens Buy Built from Stone: The […]
Holiday Concert in the Carriage House at 2 pm will feature Dunn's Corners Community Bell Ringers, Michael Grillo soloist and the Westerly High School vocal emsemble. Refreshments will be served following the concert. The Celebration of Trees will be open from 2:45 to 5:00 pm. Holiday shopping available at Joshua's Store. $10/person; children under 12 […]
Former Chief Justice of the Rhode Island Supreme Court Frank Williams will speak about the effect of peace negotiations on Lincoln's re-election campaign in 1864 At the Carriage House. Non-members $2.00; members free.
Betty-Jo Cugini Greene, former Channel 10 news director, will present At the Carriage House. Non-members $2.00; members free.
Harry and Maureen Bjorkland of the Rhode Island Antique Tractor Club will discuss the history of farm tractors and the growing hobby of collecting antique tractors. At the Carriage House. Non-members $2.00; members free.
Christopher Allen will present At the Carriage House. Non-members $2.00; members free.
Roberta Mudge Humble President, Westerly Armory Restoration, Inc. The oldest of the standing armories in Rhode Island was built in 1835 and the newest in 1928. Brick and granite, wood and stone - these 18 armories have survived through times where lesser architecture would have failed - over half of the existing buildings are on […]
Bruce Brawley will share his fascination with stone walls, a unique feature of the New England region. At the Carriage House. Non-members $2.00; members free.
