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An Artist Amongst the Mills

  • October 25, 2025 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

  • Museum of Work and Culture

    42 South Main Street
    Woonsocket, Rhode Island 02895
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Description

The Museum of Work & Culture will present a discussion of Woonsocket artist Bernard Fontaine’s life. “An Artist Amongst The Mills” is set to captivate and inspire visitors on October 25, the 100th anniversary of the artist’s birth.

The presentation offers an extensive overview of the life of Bernard Fontaine, a lifelong Woonsocket resident who was also a multi-faceted artist. The discussion will be presented by Fontaine’s two sons, Andre and Pierre Fontaine. 

The event will include a guided tour of the Museum of Work and Culture, with special focus on the Triple-Decker House exhibit, designed by Fontaine, and featuring family photographs and mementos.

The event will start at 1 pm with the talk beginning at 1:30 pm. Refreshments will be available. For those unable to attend in person, a Zoom registration option is available.

Date & Time

Sat, Oct 25, 2025 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Venue Details

Museum of Work and Culture

42 South Main Street
Woonsocket, Rhode Island 02895 Museum of Work and Culture
Rhode Island Historical Society

The Rhode Island Historical Society, the state's oldest and only statewide historical organization, is dedicated to honoring, interpreting and sharing Rhode Island's past to enrich the present and inspire the future. Founded in 1822, the RIHS is an advocate for history as a means to develop empathy and 21st  -century skills, using its historical materials and knowledge to explore topics of timeless relevance and public interest. As a Smithsonian Affiliate, it is dedicated to providing high-quality, accessible public programming and educational opportunities for all Rhode Islanders through its four sites: the John Brown House Museum, the Museum of Work & Culture, the Mary Elizabeth Robinson Research Center and the Aldrich House.


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