Contact Us

Please get in touch if you’re interested in a tour, have questions about Block Island history, want to order something from our shop, or have artifacts you think we would be interested in!

We accept donations of photographs, ephemera, and other objects related to the history of Block Island. We can also scan your family photos of Block Island. We are currently particularly interested in images from the 1950s–1970s.

Our Contact Info

Block Island Historical Society
P. O. Box 79
18 Old Town Rd
Block Island, RI 02807
Museum (summer only): 401-466-2481
Off-season (Hannah Blackwood, Administrative Director): 401-225-9180

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Volunteer

Volunteer docents are welcome all year long! Please call or use the contact form above for more information and projects.

Private Events

The Society site and grounds are available for rental for events in partnership with the community. A Function Tent is also available for events, at $1000 per event ($850 for members). There are additional fees for assembly & removal, and for light & sides. The tent is 32′ in diameter.

If you’d like to host an event at the Society, please use the form or information above to inquire with the Director or staff.