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Friday July 4 5:00am - 7:00am EDT

Colony House, Washington Square, Newport, RI, 02840, United States

Independence Day Open House

Friday, July 4th, 2025 Colony House | Washington Square 9am to 11am Free Family-Friendly Event The Newport Historical Society is pleased to announce that on Friday, July 4th the Colony House will once again be open to the public, continuing a years long tradition. The......More

Colony House, Washington Square, Newport, RI, 02840, United States

Tuesday July 8 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT

Richard I. Burnham Resource Center, 82 Touro Street, Newport, Rhode Island, 02840

"Undercurrents of Power: Aquatic Culture in the African Diaspora" with Author Kevin Dawson

Tuesday, July 8th, 2025 Richard I. Burnham Resource Center | 82 Touro Street, Newport Admission $15 – $20 per person | *Student Discounts now available $10 with valid student ID 6:30pm to 7:30pm doors open at 5:30pm for a complimentary reception Long before the rise of ......More

Richard I. Burnham Resource Center, 82 Touro Street, Newport, Rhode Island, 02840

Saturday July 12 7:00am - 12:00pm EDT

Washington Square, Washington Square, Newport, RI, 02840

French in Newport 2025

Saturday, July 12th, 2025 11am to 4pm | Rain or Shine Washington Square | Newport, RI Free Family Fun Event | Donations Accepted The Newport Historical Society’s annual French in Newport event–a day of living history featuring reenactments, performances, and free family fun–will return to Washington Square on Saturday, July 12th. From 11:00am-4:00pm, visitors can explore the role of French soldiers and sailors who fought for America’s independence and enjoy hands-on learning opportunities tied to this important period in Newport’s history. Demonstrations of historic trades such as silhouette art, baking, and cider pressing will run all day in Eisenhower Park, with a full schedule of programs running concurrently just across the square in the Colony House. From interviews with historical figures like Lafayette to an 18th century medicine presentation and a book signing with author Molly Beer & her new publication, Angelica: For Love & Country in a Time of Revolution (hosted in partnership with Charter Books), there is something for everyone to enjoy. This year’s event is particularly relevant, as the NHS prepares to commemorate the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary. Semiquincentennial programming is already underway, and French in Newport will be a centerpiece of the anniversary in 2025 and 2026. French in Newport Activity Schedule: Times subject to change. Kids & Family Activities: Traveling Trunk with 18th century clothingHistoric toys & gamesNational Park Service Activity – Become a Junior RangerNational Park Service Activity – First 150 kids will get the chance to create a mini boat and join Admiral De Ternay’s fleetFrench in 18th Century Walking tour at 2pm – Leaves from the Museum of Newport History & ShopColony House Activities: 11am to 11:45am – 18th century medicine demonstration1pm to 2pm – Program: “Angelica: For Love and County in a Time of Revolution” with author Molly Beer, in partnership with Charter Books. RSVP Here.2:30pm to 3:30pm – an interview with the Comte de Lafayette & the Comte de Rochambeau3:30pm – Final performance of the Middlesex County Fife & Drums from the front stepsEisenhower Park: 11:30 am to 3pm – Middlesex County Volunteers Fifes & Drums performances every half hour11:30am to 12pm, 1:30pm to 2pm – 18th century fashion & textiles presentation12pm to 1pm – Music & story telling with Annawon WeedenAll Day Stations Bread BakerApple Cider PressSilhouette ArtistFrench EngineerNational Park Service – B.A.R.K. Rangers (pet friendly)Iced Tea TastingsDaughters of the RevolutionRoaming Demonstrations Marquis de LafayetteComte de RochambeauDuPonts OfficerArmy SurgeonBallad Seller18thc Art & Fashion

Washington Square, Washington Square, Newport, RI, 02840

Saturday July 12 9:00am - 10:00am EDT

The Colony House, Washington Sqaure, Newport

"Angelica: For Love and Country in a Time of Revolution" with Author Molly Beer

Saturday, July 12th, 2025 The Colony House | Washington Square 1pm to 2pm | During French in Newport Free Event | RSVPs Recommended Charter Books in partnership with the Newport Historical Society is honored to host author Molly Beer during the 2025 French in Newport ......More

The Colony House, Washington Sqaure, Newport

Thursday July 17 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT

Richard I. Burnham Resource Center, 82 Touro Street, Newport, Rhode Island, 02840

"The Painter’s Fire: A Forgotten History of the Artists Who Championed the American Revolution" with Author Zara Anishanslin

Thursday, July 17th, 2025 Richard I. Burnham Resource Center | 82 Touro Street, Newport Admission $15-$20 per person | *Student Discounts now available $10 with valid student ID 6:30pm to 7:30pm doors open at 5:30pm for a complimentary reception Charter Books in partn......More

Richard I. Burnham Resource Center, 82 Touro Street, Newport, Rhode Island, 02840

Saturday July 26 6:00am - Sunday July 27 1:00pm EDT

St. George’s School Ice Rink, 375 Purgatory Road, Middletown, RI, 02842

The Newport Show 2025

St. George’s School Ice Rink | 375 Purgatory Road, Middletown Weekend Show | July 26 – 27 , 2025 Gala Preview Party | July 25, 2025 10am to 5pm for the Weekend Show | 6pm to 9pm for the Gala Preview Party The Newport Show–a can’t-miss event for all who appreciate fine......More

St. George’s School Ice Rink, 375 Purgatory Road, Middletown, RI, 02842

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Independence Day Open House

"Undercurrents of Power: Aquatic Culture in the African Diaspora" with Author Kevin Dawson

French in Newport 2025

"Angelica: For Love and Country in a Time of Revolution" with Author Molly Beer

"The Painter’s Fire: A Forgotten History of the Artists Who Championed the American Revolution" with Author Zara Anishanslin

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Independence Day Open House

"Undercurrents of Power: Aquatic Culture in the African Diaspora" with Author Kevin Dawson

French in Newport 2025

"Angelica: For Love and Country in a Time of Revolution" with Author Molly Beer

"The Painter’s Fire: A Forgotten History of the Artists Who Championed the American Revolution" with Author Zara Anishanslin

The Newport Show 2025

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Pelham Jewish Center

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