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The Stamp Act Riot and the Road to Revolution

February 21, 2015 @ 11:00 am - 12:15 pm

$15

In August 1765, a group of Newporters organized a riot that turned leading citizens against each other and set Rhode Island on a path to rebellion against Great Britain. This tour explores what happened on those fateful summer days and offers a glimpse into life in colonial Newport on the eve of revolution. Tour begins at the Brick Market: Museum & Shop, 127 Thames Street. $15 a person/ $12 w/Newport Winter Festival button/$10 with button for repeat tour guests. Weather permitting; space is limited. (401) 841-8770. Presented by Newport History Tours.

Details

Date:
February 21, 2015
Time:
11:00 am - 12:15 pm
Cost:
$15
Event Category:
Website:
https://newporthistorytours.org/

Venue

Brick Market Museum & Shop
127 Thames St.
Newport, RI 02840 United States
Phone
401-841-8770
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Organizer

Newport Historical Society
Phone
401-841-8770
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