Article
The Art of Kit Wright
Kit Wright (1899-1988) of Philadelphia and Jamestown was a painter, wrote and taught art. One of the prized possessions of the Jamestown Historical Society collection is her painting,” Red, White & Blue”.
Tag: Jamestown History
Shared Article
Merchants fight against tea, taxes
A reflection on the role of Jamestown Rhode Island merchants and slaves during the Revolutionary War nearly 250 years ago.
Article
Album Conanicut
Album Conanicut owned by Dr Lawrence Turnbull includes about forty photographs of Jamestown Rhode Island taken by Mr W.H. Glider circa 1890.
Shared Article
Centenarian experiences 10 decades in town
Mary Elizabeth Clarke Arnold experienced 10 decades in Jamestown, Rhode Island and lived until she was 103.
Article
The Enterprise Transportation Company
The Enterprise Transportation Company provided ferry service between Jamestown, Rhode Island and New York for 18 months beginning in 1906.
Shared Article
Slaves, tea prized during Colonial revolution
Jamestown 250 years ago, edged ever closer to an abyss as slaves and tea were prized before and during the Colonial revolution.
Article
Jamestown Telephone Directories
Jamestown’s Telephone Directories are compiled by the Jamestown Women’s Club of RI. Many editions have original art work on the cover.
Shared Article
96 years from crushing stones to hosting hockey games
The quarry on North Rd in Jamestown Rhode Island where the stone crusher once operated is now used by ice skaters and swimmers.
Article
John Austin Sands Monks 1850-1917
John Austin Sands Monks was listed as a painter and an etcher. He was known for his depictions of landscapes and animals, particularly sheep.
Shared Article
Myra, Nina, Betty: Sisters by each other’s side
Three Jamestown cottages, originally known as the Thorndike Cottages, were later renamed for the daughters of the builder, Patrick Horgan
