The Little Compton Historical Society invites you to our Annual Cider Social—an afternoon of seasonal refreshments, historic exploration, and community engagement. Guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary cider and donuts (available while supplies last), free guided tours of the Wilbor House Museum, and open access to two special self-guided exhibits about the history and culture […]
Join us at LCHS for Museum Store Sunday, a special day dedicated to meaningful shopping and supporting local museums! Explore unique, mission-driven gifts, from one-of-a-kind art pieces to handcrafted treasures that make perfect holiday presents. Each purchase directly helps sustain our programs, educational initiatives, and community projects. Celebrate creativity, discover exclusive items, enjoy special discounts, […]
Featuring Three Nationally & Internationally Acclaimed Indigenous Storytellers
Speaker: Jennifer Rycenga, Ph.D. No one evoked the beauties of Little Compton more than George Shepard Burleigh (1821-1903), except maybe his son, Sydney Richmond Burleigh, in painting. But George was much more than a lover of nature. Burleigh was the youngest child from a family of seven Abolitionist siblings. He wrote pointedly against slavery, against the […]
Lafayette played a critically important role in the American Revolution, both as a general and as an intermediary between the United States and France. Moreover, experiences with African Americans during the war transformed him into a leading anti-slavery advocate. Lafayette’s most significant military achievement was the Virginia Campaign of 1781 which led to the siege […]
Stop by during school vacation week and make woven bookmarks to use with your current book! All are welcome! Drop-in activity, no registration required.
We will be discussing the book and looking at the impact of the Revolutionary War locally. All are welcome! Several copies in various formats are available to be checked out at the Brownell Library
Speaker: Marjory O'Toole New research conducted over the last fifteen years has dramatically changed and broadened our understanding of the history of the Sakonnet Wampanoag people. We’ve been learning from […]
We will be discussing the surprising spies of World War II. Librarians and scholars who answered a call to use their skills in unusual ways. All are welcome! Several copies […]
Learn about the lives of the Wilbors over six generations, 1690-1920, with a guided tour of the c. 1691 historic house. Wilbor Hour Tours are inlcuded in the price of admission for the historical society exhibits. Admission free to members and children under 5, $10 adult, or $5 for kids 5-12. Last admission at 4:30 […]
Learn about the lives of the Wilbors over six generations, 1690-1920, with a guided tour of the c. 1691 historic house. Wilbor Hour Tours are inlcuded in the price of admission for the historical society exhibits. Admission free to members and children under 5, $10 adult, or $5 for kids 5-12. Last admission at 4:30 […]
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