Events

Name: Rhode Island and the American Revolution
Start: 2026-04-22T18:30:00-04:00
End: 2026-04-22T20:00:00-04:00
Location: Portsmouth Free Library

The museum is open seasonally and by appointment. The Society hosts programs and events throughout the year.

Upcoming Events

Rhode Island and the American Revolution

Portsmouth Free Library | 2658 E Main Rd Portsmouth, Rhode Island 02871

Find out more about our country’s beginnings with Fred Zilian, Ph.D., at the Portsmouth Public Library. After summarizing events in the American colonies leading up to the American Revolution, this…

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April 22nd 2026 6:30 pm

Historical Trolley Tour of Portsmouth

Greenvale Vineyards | 582 Wapping Rd Portsmouth, Rhode Island 02871

Experience Portsmouth’s rich history from the comfort of a guided trolley tour on SUNDAY, MAY 3, 2026, 1PM – 3PM. The trolley tour will begin and end at Greenvale Vineyards…

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May 3rd 2026 1:00 pm

The French Navy and American Independence

Portsmouth Historical Society | 870 E Main Rd Portsmouth, RI 02871

As part of the Portsmouth 250th Lecture Series, join us for a compelling talk by Dr. Evan Wilson exploring the vital yet often misunderstood role of the French navy in…

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May 20th 2026 6:30 pm