During Warren’s annual Holiday Festival on November 28 and 29, historical organizations are hosting events throughout the town. Connect to the Warren Holiday Festival page to find out more.

Historic Warren is dedicated to preserving, protecting, and promoting the rich cultural and architectural heritage of Warren, Rhode Island.

This site connects you with the historical sites, museums and collections along Warren’s waterfront.

Click to Visit Our Member Agencies

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Selections from Our Collections

Firemen's Museum: The Little Hero - Warren's first fire engine purchased in 1802.

Firemen's Museum: The Little Hero - Warren's first fire engine purchased in 1802.

Masonic Temple Washington Lodge No.3: The "Tyler Swords" from the War of 1812 era. It is purported to have belonged to Colonel Seth Peck, who commanded the East Bay Regiment of the Rhode Island Militia, and was a member of the Lodge at the time.

Masonic Temple Washington Lodge No.3: The "Tyler Swords" from the War of 1812 era. It is purported to have belonged to Colonel Seth Peck, who commanded the East Bay Regiment of the Rhode Island Militia, and was a member of the Lodge at the time.

The Massasoit Historical Association's Maxwell House: Emma and Sarah Brown lived in the house in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Emma, on left, was a school teacher. Sarah worked in the post office.

The Massasoit Historical Association's Maxwell House: Emma and Sarah Brown lived in the house in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Emma, on left, was a school teacher. Sarah worked in the post office.

Historic Warren Armory: Incorporated May 17, 1842 - supported Governor King during the "Dorr Rebellion." In recognition, the state and town each gave the Warren Artillery Company $500 toward the total cost of $3,000 to build an Armory & Public Hall,

Historic Warren Armory: Incorporated May 17, 1842 - supported Governor King during the "Dorr Rebellion." In recognition, the state and town each gave the Warren Artillery Company $500 toward the total cost of $3,000 to build an Armory & Public Hall, along with two Revolutionary War Cannons.

Warren Preservation Society distributing newly approved Historic Plaques to landmark property owners.

Warren Preservation Society distributing newly approved Historic Plaques to landmark property owners.

Charles Whipple Green Museum: Scrimshaw. Natural whale teeth depict a woman with fruit and bird (left), and a woman with harp, urn and willow (right)

Charles Whipple Green Museum: Scrimshaw. Natural whale teeth depict a woman with fruit and bird (left), and a woman with harp, urn and willow (right)

“Memories are a Resource for the Future.”