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 Wednesday, December 2 at 12:30pm for the twelfth and final installment of Liberty at Lunchtime, a monthly virtual series highlighting partners in the other 13 original colonies. The series concludes with a presentation from Sally Bloom, Curator of Distance Education at the North Carolina Museum of History.
When staff at the North Carolina Museum of History began planning its primary America 250 multifaceted initiative, It’s Revolutionary!, in 2021, they did not know the museum building would close for a multiyear renovation in 2024. Pivoting to a 20-part documentary series, discover some of North Carolina’s revolutionary roots and their ongoing legacies, including bold political acts and quiet resistance from both well-known leaders and lesser-known voices.
Bloom started at MOH in 2006 and is part of the K-12 outreach branch, Beyond The Exhibits (BTE). Sally writes and produces LIVE! streaming events and videos for exhibits and on demand viewing. Sally is the project manager for It’s Revolutionary! a multi-year, multi-project program for A250. Sally directed Longleaf Film Festival, an annual juried event featuring films with North Carolina connections, for 10 years (2015-2024).
About the N.C. Museum of History
The North Carolina Museum of History connects the people of our state with the past. Through the collection, preservation and interpretation of North Carolina’s history, the museum cares for more than 150,000 artifacts and shares stories from across the state through exhibitions, educational programs and statewide outreach. The museum is currently closed for renovation and is scheduled to reopen in 2028 with updated infrastructure improvements and additional gallery space. During this time, the museum continues to engage audiences through in-person programs, virtual offerings and partnerships across North Carolina. The museum is part of the Division of State History Museums within the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.
Date & Time
Wed, Dec 2, 2026 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM