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 […]
Create three customized leathercrafts including a personalized wristband, a key chain, and a card case. Use dyes, stamps, waxed thread, rivets, snaps and other tools to create one-of-a-kind pieces you can keep or give as gifts. Snacks will be provided. $20 LCHS Members, $25 Non-members Ages 8 - 14 Call 401-635-4035 to register.
Weave reeds into a cornucopia to learn beginner basketmaking techniques you can then apply to other basketweaving projects. This is an excellent first basket weaving project. $20 LCHS Members, $25 Non-members Recommended for adults, but crafty young people 12 & up are welcome. Participants are welcome to BYOS (Bring your own snacks). Call 401-635-4035 to […]
Create a perfect pumpkin while learning the basic techniques of dry needle felting. No previous experience required. Excellent preparation for the Felted Fairy class. $20 LCHS Members, $25 Non-members Participants are welcome to BYOS (Bring your own snacks). Recommended for adults, but crafty young people 12 & up are welcome. Call 401-635-4035 to register.
Let your imagination run wild as you create a fabulous fairy using a variety of wrapping and felting techniques. Participants should have some dry needle felting experience. The class on August 1 or September 5 (or similar experiences) are highly recommended before taking the Felted Fairy class. Participants are welcome to BYOS (Bring your […]
Our annual Cider Social will be something to remember this year! The traditional cider and donuts will be here, PLUS: Candy Haystack, Crafts for children and adults, Greenwood […]
Sickness & Evil in the New England Colonies, 1620-1788 Evil - the Puritans felt surrounded by it. As they settled in Massachusetts Bay and Plymouth colonies throughout the 17th century, their faith was constantly tested and their fears often seemed overwhelming – with good reason. They were assaulted by life-threatening challenges: droughts, snow in the […]
Presented by Marjory O'Toole, LCHS Executive Director Long one of Little Compton's favorite sons, John Simmons led a remarkable life, from his local farm-boy roots to his business success in Boston, to his founding and funding of Simmons College. Piper Hawes, a long-time LCHS Board Member and Simmons College graduate, who sadly passed away […]
Zoom Talk Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMpceyqpz0jGd1Dm-QqqOn7MUpZLLBL1Ih2#/registration --- Presented by Holly Herbster, RPA, Senior Archaeologist/Principal Investigator for the Public Archaeology Laborateory and Marjory O'Toole, LCHS Executive Director --- In the spring of 2022 a simple project to install a new communications line led to the recovery of thousands of artifacts once used by the Wilbor Family, their […]
Free and Open to the Public Co-Sponsored by: The Little Compton Garden Club The Little Compton Historical Society The Sogkonate Garden Club In the early 1900s, Walter and Josephine Brownell of Little Compton became trail blazers in the early development of winter hardy and disease resistant roses. Learn how a young attorney and his wife, […]
Little Compton, Connected A Local Transportation History Plans for the 2024 Summer Exhibit --- Zoom Talk Wednesday, April 17 at 7 PM --- Presented by Steven Lubar, President, LCHS Board of Directors and Students from Brown University and Rhode Island School of Design --- Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUufuirqzguE92E3eZpsp2xbKVDAMHdezG7 --- Little Compton has a surprising transportation history. […]
Family Day is free and open to the public. It is one way we thank our community for their support all throughout the year. The Little Compton Historical Society invites you to join us on Saturday, July 6 from 12 - 4 PM. There will be FREE entry to our new exhibit, "Little Compton, Connected," […]
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