The Jamestown Historical Society has just received the largest gift in its 103 year history. Jim Buttrick has established an endowment to provide for the maintenance and improvement of Historical Society’s buildings and other historic sites such as the Conanicut Battery.
Battery Day 2015 was held on June 6. The Jamestown Community Band welcomed guests. Our president Linnea Peterson greeted the attendees.
The 2015 Conanicut Battery Day was held Saturday, June 6th. The Jamestown Community Band welcomed the guests, which was followed by a Canon Salute by the Artillery Company of Newport.
Do you save souvenirs from Jamestown events that you have attended? We do! Our newest exhibit in the Jamestown Library Display Case showcases Jamestown souvenirs over the years.
What did Rosemary and Linnea just receive from Deb? What will be the JHS theme for this summer? Do we have dates for all our summer events and programs?
The Jamestown Historical Society has received a $1,000 legislative grant sponsored by Jamestown’s General Assembly Representative, Deb Ruggiero.
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 the family.
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.
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.
The JHS regularly updates its three main exhibit areas. Rosemary Enright and Sue Maden have been busy as 2015 began.
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The Jamestown
Historical Society
PO Box 156
Jamestown, RI
02835