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  • *Date Change!* Handsewn Patchwork Square – Extra Help

    Little Compton Historical Society 548 West Main Road, Little Compton, RI, United States

    Attendees of the Handsewn Patchwork Square event may attend this optional second hands-on help session.

    Free

  • History of the Sakonnet People (Virtual Only)

    Online Only

    As we begin two years of research into the history of the Sakonnet people, what do we know so far? Scholars, including local historians, have written about the Sakonnets for […]

    Free

  • Spies in Revolutionary Rhode Island

    United Congregational Church on the Little Compton Commons & Online 1 Commons, Little Compton, RI, United States

    Offered in Partnership with the Battle of Rhode Island Association   In person at the United Congregational Church on the Little Compton Commons. Doors open at 6:30.  Or via Zoom (link […]

    Free

  • Crochet Basics

    Little Compton Historical Society 548 West Main Road, Little Compton, RI, United States

    Ages 10+ Maximum 12 participants LCHS Members: $10 for materials Non-members: $20 for instruction & materials (Become a Member!) Join talented crocheter Jeannie Davoll Flowers to learn the basics of crochet, including chain stitch, single crochet, and if time permits, double crochet. During the class you'll begin a scarf that uses a variety of stitches and […]

    $10 – $20

  • Inspired Craft Night: Macrame Minis

    Little Compton Historical Society 548 West Main Road, Little Compton, RI, United States

    Macrame Minis   With Instructors  Judy Melanson & Marjory O’Toole   Learn the basic knots you need to get into the groove of macrame. Build your skills as you work […]

  • Inspired Craft Night: Grandmother’s Button Tree

    Little Compton Historical Society 548 West Main Road, Little Compton, RI, United States

    This charming button tree is easy and fun to make. You may use our beautiful wooden buttons donated by a community member or bring approximately 20 of your favorite buttons […]

    $20 – $25

  • Fish Printing for Ages 8-14

    Using ink, paint, paper and yes, a fish, you will create a one-of-a-kind fish print!  Be sure to wear old clothes or bring a smock. We will get messy.   $20 LCHS Members, $25 Non-members   Ages 8 - 14 Snacks will be provided. Call 401-635-4035 to register.

    $20 – $25

  • Inspired Craft Night: Paint with Wool

    Little Compton Historical Society 548 West Main Road, Little Compton, RI, United States

    Use dry needle felting techniques to create a simple scene using felted wool and colored fleece. Combine 2-D and 3-D features to create a landscape or a botanical design. No previous experience necessary.   $20 LCHS Members, $25 Non-members Recommended for adults, but crafty young people 12 & up are welcome. Participants are welcome to […]

    $20 – $25

  • Basket Making for Ages 8-14

    Little Compton Historical Society 548 West Main Road, Little Compton, RI, United States

    Use natural materials to weave a small basket using traditional techniques.  We've carefully selected kits that will help make your first basket project a positive experience and will give you choices to personalize your basket.   $20 LCHS Members, $25 Non-members   Ages 8 - 14 Snacks will be provided. Call 401-635-4035 to register.

    $20 – $25

  • Inspired Craft Night: Community Crochet

    Little Compton Historical Society 548 West Main Road, Little Compton, RI, United States

    Help us grow our community crochet garden! Learn to make beautiful crochet flowers and vines. We will have several patterns for you to use, or you can bring your favorite to share with the group. Recommended for adults, but crafty young people 12 & up are welcome. Call 401-635-4035 to register. Participants are welcome to […]

    Free

  • Rock Painting Party for ages 5+

    Little Compton Historical Society 548 West Main Road, Little Compton, RI, United States

    Come on down for a rock painting party at LCHS!  We'll get inspired by the non-uniform shape of our rocks to transform them into something new! Will you see a dinosaur in your rock, or perhaps a sunflower? Be sure to wear old clothes or bring an apron because painting can get a little messy! $20 LCHS […]

    $20 – $25

  • Inspired Craft Night: Foraged Fiber Bracelet with Elizabeth White

    Little Compton Historical Society 548 West Main Road, Little Compton, RI, United States

    Learn how to safely forage, process, and use the plant fiber from Urtica Dioica, the common nettle (sometimes called stinging nettle). Textiles of this plant have been found across the archeological record and as far back as the first millennium BCE. This sturdy, ubiquitous plant also played an important role in American history. In this class we'll […]

    $30