RI Historical Society -- Upcoming Events

Sunday, February 1, 1:30 p.m.
Museum of Work & Culture
42 South Main Street, Woonsocket
Free Admission, To R.S.V.P.: Ray Bacon
(401) 769-9675 or rbacon@rihs.org                
 
Ranger Days
Iona Dobbins, Director of the Gallery of Governors Project, will speak about the restoration of the Rhode Island Governors’ portraits in the State House, which are on display at the Museum of Work & Culture until March 15.
 
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Thursday, February 12, 7:00 p.m.
First Unitarian Church
1 Benevolent Street, Providence
To RSVP: Dalila Goulart
(401) 331-8575 x45 or programs@rihs.org
 
An Evening with Lincoln!
Join us in celebrating the 200th anniversary of President Abraham Lincoln’s birth. We will welcome Robb Dimmick to present his acclaimed performance of Lincoln. Dimmick is a local professional actor, director, and playwright. His remarkable portrayal of Abraham Lincoln, A. Lincoln Portrait, has toured the eastern seaboard since 1983. A reception, sponsored by Decadent Catering of Ristorante Pizzico will follow. Admission is $5, members are free.

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Saturday, February 28, 10:00 a.m.
Tour departs from the
John Brown House Museum
52 Power Street, Providence
Buy tickets before February 13!
For more information: Dalila Goulart
(401) 331-8575 x45 or programs@rihs.org
 
African-American History Bus Tour
In commemoration of Black History Month, this bus tour celebrates the history of African Americans who lived on College Hill from 1701 to the present. Ray Rickman, a well known community leader, will lead a lively discussion centered on the people and historic buildings of Providence's oldest neighborhood. The tour lasts about 90 minutes. Tickets are $25 and must be purchased before Friday, February 13. A 25 person minimum is required for this tour, and all money will be refunded if cancelled.