A Lively Experiment

Notes on collections and events at the RIHS

Object Thursday: A Chair, and the Measure of a Man

John Brown, by all estimates, was not a small man. His waistcoat measurements lead one historical clothing expert to estimate John Brown’s height at 6 foot 2 or 3 inches, … Continue reading

17 January 2013 · 1 Comment

History Many Ways: What Cheer! Day 2012

One of the most rewarding things about working at the RIHS is the opportunity to share our wonderful collections with our members and with the public. The incredible thing about … Continue reading

11 October 2012 · 1 Comment

What Cheer! Day Preparation Underway

It’s a busy week for us here at the RIHS, as everyone prepares for our first What Cheer! Day  on Saturday, October 13. There are activities at every site: lectures … Continue reading

9 October 2012 · Leave a Comment

Fireflies in the Courtyard

Opening September 20th, the Rhode Island Historical Society will host the Firefly Grove in the courtyard of the John Brown House Museum. An art installation by China Blue, presented by The Engine … Continue reading

12 September 2012 · Leave a Comment

Stanton Beldon’s 1862 Diary on Twitter!

  • Alman ploughed for me to-day. Pay him $3.00 per day. Apple trees now in full bloom a fair blossoming. 15 hours ago
  • Mr. Miner preached to-day as usual. Text- And every eye shall see him and they who pierced him. 1 day ago
  • I have completed my Hen House to-day. Visited Prov this after-noon with Mrs. B and Marian. The war is progressing nicely for the North. 2 days ago

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