The 2024 Season Is Quickly Approaching!

Over the past few months, our dedicated team has been updating and organizing exhibits on the second floor of our museum. We're thrilled to announce that we are even adding a new room to our exhibition space! These updates will prominently feature new photographs and artifacts that have been "rediscovered," thanks to the generous support of the GRoW @ Annenberg Foundation.

One of the highlights of our upcoming season is the debut of our new exhibit in the West Gallery: "The Spirit of Block Island." Building upon the success of our well-received 2023 exhibit, "Reluctant Paradise," this new exhibit will delve into Block Island narratives from the years 1915 through the 1940s. From World War I and the 1919 Pandemic to Prohibition, the rise of radio culture, the Great Depression, and the devastating Hurricane of 1938, the Island's story mirrors the broader history of our nation.

Scheduled to run from May 25th to October 14th, "The Spirit of Block Island" promises to offer visitors a compelling insight into our shared history. We're delighted to announce that we have engaged the services of Brian Jones, a highly regarded Rhode Island-based designer with an impressive track record, including projects with Roger Williams Park, the Providence Preservation Society, and our own Block Island Free Library.

We are also thrilled to announce that our Thursday night programs will continue with an exciting array of topics guaranteed to captivate and educate. From the intricacies of the Narragansett Diaspora to the Speakeasies of Block Island, our lineup promises something for everyone interested in history. Additionally, we'll be offering historical cemetery tours and hosting Manissean/Narragansett tribal events. Keep an eye out for our calendar detailing the season’s programs, which will be posted later this spring.

As we prepare for the upcoming season, we want to remind those who haven't yet renewed their membership for 2024 to do so online or by mail. Your continued support is invaluable to us, and we appreciate your membership. Additionally, we greatly encourage donations, which enable us to continue our mission of preserving and sharing the rich history of Block Island.

We're looking forward to welcoming you back to the Block Island Historical Society and sharing these exciting developments with you.