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.
Description
Join the Rhode Island Historical Society on Thursday, January 15th at 12:30pm for the first installment of Liberty at Lunchtime, a monthly virtual series highlighting a partners in the other 13 original colonies. The series launches with the Delaware Historical Society, where guests will discover how Delaware is full of firsts beyond just being the first state.
The Delaware Historical Society is a non-profit organization that preserves, promotes, and shares Delaware's history to educate, inspire, and empower people and communities. The Delaware Historical Society owns and operates the Delaware History Museum, the Jane and Littleton Mitchell Center for African American Heritage, a nationally recognized Research Library, Old Town Hall, and Willingtown Square in downtown Wilmington, and the National Historic Landmark Read House & Gardens located in New Castle. For more information, visit www.dehistory.org.
Date & Time
Thu, Jan 15, 2026 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM