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 Tuesday, July 14th at 12:30pm for the sixth installment of Liberty at Lunchtime, a monthly virtual series highlighting partners in the other 13 original colonies. The series continues with a presentation from Sarah Hume, Adams Papers Editorial Assistant at the Massachusetts Historical Society.
Generations of the Adams family were at the heart of the action, witnessing and recording the establishment of the early American republic. From revolutionary politics in 1776 to the tenuous Civil War and beyond, join an Adams Papers editor to explore how the Adamses commemorated Independence Day as they experienced an ever-changing United States.
Sarah Hume is the Adams Papers Editorial Assistant at the Massachusetts Historical Society.
The Massachusetts Historical Society is dedicated to promoting understanding of the history of Massachusetts and the nation by collecting and communicating materials and resources that foster historical knowledge. We believe that historical understanding is critical to creating a better world and we welcome everyone to draw upon our collections to encourage a richer understanding of the past.
Date & Time
Tue, Jul 14, 2026 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM