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, November 5th at 12:30pm for the eleventh installment of Liberty at Lunchtime, a monthly virtual series highlighting partners in the other 13 original colonies. The series continues with a presentation from Virginia Museum of History & Culture curators, Julie Kemper and Noah Tinsley.
Kemper and Tinsley will share stories from the recent exhibit, We the People: The World in Our Commonwealth. The exhibition explores the immigrant experience in Virginia from the founding of the nation to today. Connect with the personal narratives of individuals born in 68 countries who sought freedom, opportunity, and refuge by immigrating to the United States and finding a home in Virginia.
The VMHC is owned and operated by the Virginia Historical Society, a private, non-profit organization. It is the oldest cultural organization in Virginia, and one of the most distinguished history organizations in the nation. Our mission is to connect people to America's past through the unparalleled story of Virginia. By collecting, preserving, and interpreting the Commonwealth's history, we link past with present and inspire future generations.
Julie Maio Kemper serves as curator of exhibits at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture. During more than thirty years working in museums and historic sites, Julie has worked in historical interpretation, curation, and exhibit development. She holds a Bachelor of Science in historic preservation and a Master of Arts in history and museum studies.
Noah Tinsley is an assistant curator at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture. He earned his master’s degree in sociocultural anthropology from the University of Virginia, concentrating on linguistics and ethnic studies.
Date & Time
Thu, Nov 5, 2026 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM