In July 1780, thousands of French troops landed in Newport beginning an occupation that lasted for nearly a year. The presence of this new ally represented a turning point in the American Revolution and the start of the Franco-American Alliance. While French troops played a vital role in American victory at Yorktown in 1781, Newport […]
In July 1780, thousands of French troops landed in Newport beginning an occupation that lasted for nearly a year. The presence of this new ally represented a turning point in the American Revolution and the start of the Franco-American Alliance. While French troops played a vital role in American victory at Yorktown in 1781, Newport […]
Join RI Slave History Medallions in celebrating Juneteeth 2023 with a program including Historic Militia Encampment & Demonstrations, a speaking program, Indigenous Cultural Presentations, youth activities, music, food trucks. Sunday & Monday, June 18 & 19, for an exciting Juneteenth 2023 celebration in historic Washington Square, Newport. RISHM is partnering with the City of Newport, […]
Newport’s Old Quarter comes to life during the Newport Historical Society’s 5th annual summer living history program, Life During the 1778 Battle of Rhode Island. The focus, which marks the 240th anniversary of this battle, features daily life in Newport during the summer of 1778 and the weeks surrounding the Battle of Rhode Island. This […]
