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SUMMARY:A Sip Says It All: Olive Oils and Vinegars
DESCRIPTION:Suzanne and Stephen Capizzano of “Olive Oils and Vinegars” in Pawcatuck\, CT will be bringing us a presentation\non “What lives beyond the olive tree?” They will talk about the fresh seasonal extra virgin olive\noils and discuss the different grades of olive oils and aged balsamic vinegars; as well as being\nable to discern the different flavors and aromas. Attendees will be given the opportunity to taste the difference of high-quality extra virgin olive oils and aged balsamic vinegars on food\, as well as experience an aged balsamic vinegar in a refreshing drink. \nMembers free; $5 for not-yet members.
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/a-sip-says-it-all-olive-oils-and-vinegars/
LOCATION:BSHM Carriage House\, 124 Granite Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240908T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240908T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151545
CREATED:20240228T204842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T215108Z
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SUMMARY:The Westerly Museum of American Impressionism
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Catherine Shotick \nCatherine Shotick\, the director of the Westerly Museum of American Impressionism\, will speak about the construction of the new museum and the vision for the space once it opens.  She will also provide a brief background on American Impressionism and the artwork that visitors will be able to see throughout the museum’s galleries. \nFree for members:  $5.00 for not-yet members
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/the-westerly-museum-of-american-impressionism/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151545
CREATED:20240228T212423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T203921Z
UID:2866-1723140000-1723143600@babcocksmithhouse.org
SUMMARY:Monuments in the Midst of Monuments
DESCRIPTION:This tour of the monuments in the middle of the River Bend Cemetery is a repeat of the one offered in July.  Rain date will be August 13. \nFree for members; $5.00 for not-yet members. \n 
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/monuments-in-the-midst-of-monuments-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151545
CREATED:20240228T212135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T204330Z
UID:2861-1720548000-1720551600@babcocksmithhouse.org
SUMMARY:Monuments in the Midst of Monuments
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a tour of monuments in the middle of River Bend Cemetery.  The tour will be offered once in July and once in August.  Rain date for July will be Thursday the 11th and for August will be the 13th. \nFree for members; $5.00 for not-yet members.
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/monuments-in-the-midst-of-monuments/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151545
CREATED:20240401T181829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T181920Z
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SUMMARY:The Woodlawn Stained Glass Survey
DESCRIPTION:  \nPresented by Sophia Kamps \nBehind the locked doors of Woodlawn Cemetery’s mausoleums lie over twelve hundred stained-glass  windows\, chronicling stained glass in America from the late 1870’s to the late 1920’s.  Since 2020\, a team of conservators and curators has been surveying the collection.  Sophia will discuss the process of researching and attributing mausoem stained-glass windows\, discoveries from the survey\, and the value of partnership between conservation expertise and historic research. \nFree for members.  $5.00 for not-yet members.
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/the-woodlawn-stained-glass-story-survey/
LOCATION:BSHM Carriage House\, 124 Granite Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240525T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240525T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151545
CREATED:20240228T204923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T192955Z
UID:2843-1716645600-1716656400@babcocksmithhouse.org
SUMMARY:Open House; Presentation of "Men\, Monuments and a Massachusetts Musket"; and Debut of "The Wallace Nutting Exhibit"
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Ellen and Bob Madison and Bob Boucher \nThe intriguing story of a recent addition to the granite exhibit.  What connection to the granite industry can a Civil War musket have?  Come and find out. \nFree as part of our annual Open House which runs from 2-5.  Program will be at 2. Free tours following the program.
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/men-monuments-and-a-massachusetts-musket/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151545
CREATED:20240228T204956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T211510Z
UID:2841-1714917600-1714921200@babcocksmithhouse.org
SUMMARY:South County Samplers
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Susan Jerome \nThe Museum has lent four of its samplers to the Gilbert Stuart Museum for its exhibit Embroidered Lives: South County Samplers and Their Stories which runs from April 28 through July 28.  Jerome will speak on various aspects of samplers and their documentation. \nFree for members: $5.00 for not-yet members.
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/south-county-samplers/
LOCATION:BSHM Carriage House\, 124 Granite Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151545
CREATED:20240228T205032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T175855Z
UID:2838-1714312800-1714316400@babcocksmithhouse.org
SUMMARY:A Peaceable Kingdom
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the Babcock-Smith House Museum Volunteers \nJoin us for a walking tour of a small section of River Bend Cemetery in Westerly where the lions lie down with the lambs and the angels watch over them. Guides will introduce a variety of monuments\, most of them made from local Westerly granite by talented craftsmen\, and will share information about their design and construction.  The tour is part of Rhode Island Historical Cemeteries Awareness and Preservation weeks in April and May.  Donations are gratefully accepted.  Gather at cemetery office area.
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/a-peaceable-kingdom/
LOCATION:River Bend Cemetery\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T153000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151545
CREATED:20231224T185233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T175608Z
UID:2764-1713708000-1713713400@babcocksmithhouse.org
SUMMARY:3D Printing and Assembly of Low Cost Hand and Arm Prosthetics
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Bob Reiger\n\ne-NABLE is a global network of thousands of home hobbyists who volunteer their time\, talent and resources to 3D print and assemble low-cost hand and arm prostheses for both children and adults.  With the cost of a professional state -of -the- art hand prosthetic approaching $75\,000\, the purely mechanical devices made and donated by e-NABLE volunteers fill a need where the cost\, complexity\, or lack of infrastructure do not permit more advanced\, expensive devices.\n\nFree for members; $5.00 for not-yet members.
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/3d-printing-and-assembly-of-low-cost-hand-and-arm-prosthetics/
LOCATION:BSHM Carriage House\, 124 Granite Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240218T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240218T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151545
CREATED:20231218T025611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T194639Z
UID:2713-1708264800-1708268400@babcocksmithhouse.org
SUMMARY:The Wallace Nutting Connection
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Maureen Bjorkland. \nJoin us as we explore the connection between the Babcock Smith House Museum and Wallace Nutting.\nWallace Nutting was a photographer\, artist and author who was born and lived most of his life in New\nEngland. \nFree for members; $5.00 for not-yet members.
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/the-wallace-nutting-connection/
LOCATION:BSHM Carriage House\, 124 Granite Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240114T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240114T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151545
CREATED:20231118T221019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T214154Z
UID:2545-1705240800-1705240800@babcocksmithhouse.org
SUMMARY:Westerly Red & Pink Granite
DESCRIPTION:Hugh Barton will share his findings on some of the companies\, including Calder & Carnie\, Jonathan Lanphear\, WR Frazier\, and Orlando Smith North Quarry\, which quarried the lesser known Westerly Red and Pink Granite. \n$5 for not- yet members.
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/westerly-red-pink-granite/
LOCATION:BSHM Carriage House\, 124 Granite Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151545
CREATED:20231118T220440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231120T032348Z
UID:2540-1702112400-1702123200@babcocksmithhouse.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Open House at the Museum
DESCRIPTION:Take home our popular cookie platters and homemade biscotti.  Shop early at Joshua’s Store and enter our gift certificate raffle.  Free hot cider\, muffins\, gourmet soup and Museum Tours.
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/holiday-open-house-at-the-museum/
LOCATION:BSHM Carriage House\, 124 Granite Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231105T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231105T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151545
CREATED:20230903T061840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T214756Z
UID:882-1699192800-1699192800@babcocksmithhouse.org
SUMMARY:Who Was ‘Crazy Harry’?
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Suzanne Matteson \nSuzanne will share her research on Harry Babcock\, whose portrait is featured in both the Museum house and the Stonington Historical Society Palmer Mansion. \nFree to members. $5.00 for not-yet members.
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/who-was-crazy-harry/
LOCATION:BSHM Carriage House\, 124 Granite Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230917T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230917T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151545
CREATED:20230903T055916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T205524Z
UID:852-1694955600-1694959200@babcocksmithhouse.org
SUMMARY:Auction: Going Once\, Going Twice\, Sold!
DESCRIPTION:Preview: 1:00 pm\nAuction: 2:00 pm \nHuge auction\, conducted by Bob Ward\, features antiques\, primitives\, country pieces\, big and small. Something for everyone. Postings will be made and updated regularly at auctionzip.com. Once there\, just type in “RI” and look for “Your auctioneer Bob Ward.” His ID number is 3745.\nOn the grounds of the Babcock Smith House Museum
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/auction-going-once-going-twice-sold/
LOCATION:BSHM Carriage House\, 124 Granite Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230910T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230910T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151545
CREATED:20230903T055309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231105T042656Z
UID:849-1694354400-1694358000@babcocksmithhouse.org
SUMMARY:Collecting Fruit Jars
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Maureen Bjorkland \nThis presentation explores how canning foodstuffs has developed over the years. Fruit jars\, more commonly known as canning or mason jars\, in their amazing array of colors\, sizes and shapes will be displayed! \nAt the Carriage House.\nFree to members. $5.00 for not-yet members.
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/collecting-fruit-jars/
LOCATION:BSHM Carriage House\, 124 Granite Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230809T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230810T183000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151545
CREATED:20230903T055213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T055225Z
UID:847-1691605800-1691692200@babcocksmithhouse.org
SUMMARY:Downtown Granite Tour
DESCRIPTION:Walking Tour of significant Westerly granite buildings\, monuments\, and other often overlooked examples of the contributions of Westerly granite craftsmen.\nMeet at the Columbus Statue in Wilcox Park across from the Town Hall. \nFree to members.\n$5.00 for not-yet members.
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/downtown-granite-tour/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230711T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230712T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151545
CREATED:20230903T055102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T055231Z
UID:844-1689084000-1689181200@babcocksmithhouse.org
SUMMARY:Downtown Granite Tour
DESCRIPTION:Walking Tour of significant Westerly granite buildings\, monuments\, and other often overlooked examples of the contributions of Westerly granite craftsmen.\nMeet at the Columbus statue in Wilcox Park across from the Town Hall. \nFree to members.\n$5.00 for not-yet members.
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/downtown-granite-tour-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230527T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230527T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151545
CREATED:20230903T054627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T055236Z
UID:841-1685196000-1685206800@babcocksmithhouse.org
SUMMARY:Open House
DESCRIPTION:Free tours.  Joshua’s Store open.  \nProgram TBA
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/open-house/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230507T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230507T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151545
CREATED:20230903T054536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T211006Z
UID:838-1683468000-1683478800@babcocksmithhouse.org
SUMMARY:Italian Immigrant Traditions in Westerly
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Edward Gradilone \nItalian immigrants settled here more than one hundred years ago\, bringing with them many traditions. What traditions are still alive and well today? What traditions still exist\, but have changed: What traditions are no longer practiced? \nAt the Carriage House.\nFree to members. $5.00 for not-yet members.
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/italian-immigrant-traditions-in-westerly/
LOCATION:BSHM Carriage House\, 124 Granite Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230423T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230903T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151545
CREATED:20230903T054435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T055254Z
UID:834-1682258400-1693760400@babcocksmithhouse.org
SUMMARY:History Revealed by Monuments Between 1875 and 1920
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Museum Volunteers \nOnce again\, we are participating in Historical Cemeteries Month sponsored statewide by Rhode Island Historical Preservation and Heritage Commission. In collaboration with the River Bend Cemetery\, we will be conducting a walking tour of a small section of the cemetery. Our goal is three-fold.  By examining monuments\, we can learn about family genealogy\, significant events of the time period and artistic trends of the era.  \nAt River Bend Cemetery.\nDonations accepted.
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/history-revealed-by-monuments-between-1875-and-1920/
LOCATION:River Bend Cemetery\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/2018RiverBendCemetery.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230416T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230416T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151545
CREATED:20230903T054136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T214433Z
UID:831-1681653600-1681664400@babcocksmithhouse.org
SUMMARY:Why Some Monuments Can’t Seem to Stay in One Place
DESCRIPTION:Presented by John Linton \nThis program will focus on the closing of cemeteries in San Francisco and the destruction of monuments there\, and the movement of the Horace Greeley statue in NYC\, the John Mason statue in Connecticut\, the Stonewall Jackson statue in VA\, and the Soldiers and Sailors Civil War Monument in Providence. \nAt the Carriage House.\nFree to members. $5.00 for not-yet members.
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/why-some-monuments-cant-seem-to-stay-in-one-place/
LOCATION:BSHM Carriage House\, 124 Granite Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230325T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230325T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151545
CREATED:20230903T054009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T055307Z
UID:828-1679752800-1679763600@babcocksmithhouse.org
SUMMARY:Did you read the news? Newspaper Stories of the Westerly Granite Industry
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Hugh Barton Sunday\, \nIn his research\, Hugh has discovered some fascinating local granite stories which he will share with us. \nAt the Carriage House.\nFree to members. $5.00 for not-yet members.
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/did-you-read-the-news-newspaper-stories-of-the-westerly-granite-industry/
LOCATION:BSHM Carriage House\, 124 Granite Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230202T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230202T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151545
CREATED:20230901T070141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T055321Z
UID:393-1675346400-1675357200@babcocksmithhouse.org
SUMMARY:Secrets of the Museum
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Ed Fazio and Tony Smith \nIf you missed the original presentation\, come see photos of seldom-seen features\, such as the Roman archway in the basement\, and share your stories. \nAt the Carriage House.\nFree to members. $5.00 for not-yet members.
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/secrets-of-the-museum/
LOCATION:BSHM Carriage House\, 124 Granite Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221210T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151545
CREATED:20230903T062104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T055422Z
UID:885-1670662800-1670673600@babcocksmithhouse.org
SUMMARY:Christmas at the Babcock-Smith House
DESCRIPTION:The Babcock-Smith House docents will be selling cookies\, raffle baskets and gift certificates. Joshua’s Store will be open. Complimentary hot cider\, cookies\, and mini-muffins. Free tours of the holiday -decorated mansion.
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/christmas-at-the-babcock-smith-house/
LOCATION:BSHM Carriage House\, 124 Granite Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220712T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220809T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151545
CREATED:20230903T061750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T055429Z
UID:880-1657648800-1660068000@babcocksmithhouse.org
SUMMARY:Down by the Riverside
DESCRIPTION:rain date July 14\nrain date August 11 \nPresented by Museum volunteers\nMuseum volunteers will share insights into the monuments in an older section of River Bend Cemetery. This year the tour will focus on the people in this section rather than the granite details of the monuments. Parking is most available near the office and the nearby side streets. \nRiverbend Cemetery.\nFree to members. $5.00 for not-yet members.
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/down-by-the-riverside/
LOCATION:River Bend Cemetery\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220629T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230629T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151545
CREATED:20230903T061452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T055433Z
UID:877-1656507600-1688050800@babcocksmithhouse.org
SUMMARY:Little Victorians Garden Tea
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for another of our delectable tea parties in the Carriage House to celebrate the opening of Little Victorians\, our latest exhibit depicting the world of children during the Victorian Age and beyond. Enjoy a program (to be announced) as well as the usual delicious luncheon fare prepared by the Museum’s docents. \nTickets are $25 and include the Tea Party and viewing of the exhibit in the Museum House.\nAdvance purchase is required; please call (401) 348-5971..
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/little-victorians-garden-tea/
LOCATION:BSHM Carriage House\, 124 Granite Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220605T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230605T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151545
CREATED:20230903T061239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T055437Z
UID:874-1654437600-1685984400@babcocksmithhouse.org
SUMMARY:Reminisce with Gert
DESCRIPTION:Join us as Gertrude Smith shares her memories of the history of the trust. She and her husband Isaac were part of the history for over forty years of the museum’s development. “We’ve come a long way\, baby.” \nCarriage House\nFree to members. $5.00 for not-yet members.
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/reminisce-with-gert/
LOCATION:BSHM Carriage House\, 124 Granite Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/2022GertsMemories.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220528T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230528T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151545
CREATED:20230903T061025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T055442Z
UID:871-1653746400-1685293200@babcocksmithhouse.org
SUMMARY:Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual open house featuring the opening event of Little Victorians\, a charming new exhibit from the Museum’s textile collection featuring children’s clothing\, toys\, games and books\, along with an exquisite collection of christening gowns from the Victorian Age and beyond. \nView the beautiful handiwork on the babies’ bonnets\, booties and bibs\, and children’s day dresses\, pinafores and coats on display in the Museum House through Labor Day. \nFree tours of the exhibit and child-friendly refreshments. \nCarriage House\nFree to members. $5.00 for not-yet members.
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/open-house-2/
LOCATION:BSHM Carriage House\, 124 Granite Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220424T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220424T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151545
CREATED:20230903T061133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231105T045136Z
UID:868-1650808800-1650816000@babcocksmithhouse.org
SUMMARY:Celebrating the Evolution of River Bend Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:(rain date May 1) \nPresented by River Bend Cemetery and the Babcock-Smith House Museum\nThe Open House at River Bend Cemetery will celebrate the major renovation of its office and invites the public to tour the office\, view exhibits\, and take short tours of selected stones in the cemetery. \nOpening remarks will be at 2:15. Tours will leave the office on the quarter hour beginning at 2:30. Last tour at 3:30. \nRefreshments by the BSHM Docents. \nAt River Bend Cemetery\nFree to all.
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/celebrating-the-evolution-of-river-bend-cemetery/
LOCATION:River Bend Cemetery\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/RiverBendCemetery.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220413T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230413T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151545
CREATED:20230903T061121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T055445Z
UID:866-1649874600-1681405200@babcocksmithhouse.org
SUMMARY:Digging Up the Past
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Matthew Hayden\nHayden\, a Westerly police detective who enjoys treasure hunting with a metal detector\, will discuss and display some of the many historical items found locally including coins\, buttons\, buckles\, and many more. \nAt the Carriage House\nFree to all
URL:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/event/digging-up-the-past/
LOCATION:BSHM Carriage House\, 124 Granite Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://babcocksmithhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/westerly-hist-soc-logo1.jpg
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