The Greene farmhouse, one of the oldest buildings on the island, was spared by the British in 1775. An 1891 court decision allowed for the development of the farmland into the private community of Shoreby Hill.

Before the introduction of planned landscapes in the late 19th century there were few trees in Jamestown and the view from the top of Shoreby Hill extended to both East and West Passages.

Explore Jamestown through the Society’s collection of maps of Conanicut Island beginning with a copy of a 1657 “upside down” map.

Memorabilia from the JHS archives illustrate how milestones such as the 1976 Bicentennial and 2000 Millennium were celebrated in Jamestown.

June L Webb painted portraits of everyday life and was known locally for scenes of Jamestown RI, especially Beavertail Lighthouse, and internationally was recognized for paintings of Portugal

Henry Orne Rider, artist and educator, studied in the states and Paris. His work focused on landscapes and peaceful rural scenes.

Artistic needlework samplers done by young women in the 18th and 19th centuries are complex works reflecting her level of educational and a family’s history and position in society.

Sue Maden’s many contributions to the JHS including postcards, artifacts, her research and writings help tell the story of Jamestown’s history and changes over the years.

The 1775 British raid on Jamestown was recorded in the diary of Reverend Ezra Stiles and includes the names of villagers whose property was lost.

The Armbrust family history includes three generations of men who played important roles in Jamestown during the 19th and 20th centuries.