Warren 4th of July 250

Upcoming Events

  • Revolutionary War Soldier with Flag

    Opening Reception at the Library

    Friday, September 19 from 5 to 8 pm

    Kick off our town-wide celebration as the nation remembers the signing of the Declaration of Independence 250 years ago. The evening will include:

    - Remarks and opening ceremony from local state and town participants
    - Tours of the Charles Whipple Greene Museum with a collection of documents and artifacts from the Revolutionary War era
    -Complimentary light fare, mocktails, and drinks

    Performance of our 250th “Anthem” at 6:30 PM by Atwood and Donnelly

  • Revolutionary War Soldiers

    British-German Occupation of Aquidneck Island with Fred Zilian

    Monday, October 27 at 6 pm

    Aquidneck Island was occupied by British and German military forces from December 1776 - October 1779. Find out the details about this part of Rhode Island history. Sketches of Loyalist and Patriot citizens will be shared.

    *Light refreshments will be served.

  • Ship

    The Discovery of British Frigates with Robert Cembrola

    Monday, December 18 at 6 pm

    A nearly-forgotten naval action in 1778 caused British frigates to sink in Narragansett Bay. Nearly 200 years later, a URI researcher identified the resting places of these ships and in 1974 excavations began, recovering a multitude of well-preserved artifacts. Learn more in this fascinating talk.

    *Light refreshments will be served.