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HerStory: Historic Women of the East Side Walking Tour

  • March 21, 2026 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

  • John Brown House Museum

    52 Power Street
    Providence, Rhode Island 02906
Ticket Price $11.63-$16.88 Buy Tickets
Description

In celebration of Women’s History Month, join staff from the Rhode Island Historical Society's John Brown House Museum for HerStory: Historic Women of the East Side at 11 am on Saturday, March 21st. 

This walking tour, which covers just over a half mile on Providence’s East Side, highlights women’s stories from the 18th-century through the present day. Whether you're passionate about history, social change, or just eager to be inspired, this unique experience will leave you with a renewed appreciation for the women who have made history and continue to shape our future. From educators, artists, and unsung heroes, this is the story of the women of the East Side.

The tour departs from the John Brown House Museum at 52 Power Street, Providence, RI, and lasts approximately 90 minutes. The tour will end at Frazier Terrace 223, Benefit St., Providence, RI, in front of the entrance to the RISD Museum. Tickets cost $15 per person and $10 for RIHS members, and include admission to the John Brown House Museum on the day of the tour. 

Date & Time

Sat, Mar 21, 2026 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Venue Details

John Brown House Museum

52 Power Street
Providence, Rhode Island 02906 John Brown House Museum
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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