Community Events

The Narragansett Chief, or the Adventures of a Wanderer, a recently rediscovered autobiographical narrative now answers many questions about the experiences of American Indian mariners. Published anonymously in 1832, the account related by Charles Lansing parallels that of Paul Cuffe, Jr. (Wampanoag/Pequot) who published his own account in 1839. Together, recounting nearly 70 voyages to […]

Reparations have become a major demand for many Black communities. This conference will examine the calls for reparations and reparative justice in different domains including politics, institutes of higher education, art, and the demands for decolonization in museums. This hybrid event will also be live-streamed. Livestream registrants Livestream link will be shared with you closer […]

Grab your blanket, a basket of snacks, and your favorite people to celebrate Friday! Now in its second year, Rough Point’s monthly outdoor arts performances return in the Formal Garden with a rousing show by the Portermen, a traditional sea shanty group from Newburyport. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., program begins at 6:30 p.m. Please […]

Lively discussion is inspired by the close viewing of works that explore gender and gender Please join for a virtual event, co-presented by PPL and the Pembroke Center, Brown University Performance artist and "gender outlaw," Kate Bornstein '69 will speak in conversation with Virginia Thomas AM'16 PhD'20, Postdoctoral Fellow at Rice University's Center for the […]

Climb inside the historic windmill, explore our varied gardens with URI’s Master Gardeners, and enjoy themed activities and crafts. Each month, NRF joins with a non-profit partner to highlight the expansive history and horticulture of Prescott Farm. In May, the Newport Art Museum invites you to join them in plein air painting on the grounds […]

Every first page—whether story, novel, memoir, essay, or poetry collection —bears a promise and an invitation: Reader, there’s something I need to share with you, something important, that I believe with all my heart you’ll want to know. Powerful writing begins with the first word, and with each subsequent word, hooks readers, making them want […]

WCFA, in collaboration with RISCA’s Atrium Gallery Traveling Exhibits Program, presents “Expressions in Black” a juried Black Art Exhibit that will be showcased at the Warwick Center for the Arts May 14th through June 18th. The exhibit, curated by RI artist Monique Rolle-Johnson, will feature the original visual work of regional and diverse Black artists […]

Sometimes inspiration demands a change of scenery. Ignite your imagination at a public write-in on the outdoor campus of The Steel Yard, a non-profit industrial art center in Providence. From 2-5pm on Sat, May 28 join local creatives as we write together amidst the sculptural art of The Steel Yard.

What communities exist in Rhode Island to support the work of B/I/POC creatives? Join What Cheer Writers Club for a conversation by and for creatives of color, hosted by the Club’s B/I/POC Advisory Committee at Haus of Glitter's Liberation Garden on Fri, June 3 at 6:30pm. Learn about local resources and events that raise awareness […]