by JHS | Apr 19, 2015 | Library Exhibits
Fraternal and charitable organizations were popular during the late nineteen century and early twentieth centuries. These organizations were founded on the values of virtue, mercy, and charity. Members were encouraged to work together for the good of the community and...
by JHS | Mar 1, 2015 | Events
“We Took the Ferry”, Bob Sutton’s video capturing the adventures of high school students who rode the ferry to and from Newport each day, will be shown again. The event is planned for Wednesday, March 18, at 7pm in the Jamestown Library’s...
by JHS | Feb 27, 2015 | Library Exhibits
Our newest JHS exhibit, in the JHS display case in the foyer of the Jamestown Philomenian Library captures some tales about Jamestown animals – from dogs to skunks to whales – that are so much a part of the fabric of the town. Several of the stories told...
by JHS | Jan 21, 2015 | From the Collection
Every once in a while, we discover Jamestown connections in the most unexpected places. Sue Maden’s most recent discovery led her to the Three Stooges. Sue has been researching Dr. William Lincoln Bates’ background and career. Dr. Bates is best known as...
by JHS | Jan 12, 2015 | Library Exhibits
The JHS regularly updates its three main exhibit areas. Rosemary Enright and Sue Maden have been busy as 2015 began. These exhibit areas are in – The Jamestown Philomenian Library exhibit case in the entranceThe Lawn Ave School display case in the entrance...