Rhode Island’s Most Famous Insect: The Big Blue BugAbove is a picture of one of the most recognizable and popular icons in all of Rhode Island. No, I am not kidding. This large, odd…May 3, 2023May 3, 2023
First Tavern in the US: The White Horse TavernIf you’ve read any of my previous blogs, you may have noticed a pattern that Rhode Island sure has a lot of really old sites and…Apr 27, 2023Apr 27, 2023
Pawtucket Looff Carousel: The Oldest of Its KindA carousel, sometimes called a merry-go-round, is a site that summons nostalgia for many, myself included. As I think back to some of my…Apr 17, 2023Apr 17, 2023
Knit Happens: The Story of Historic Slater MillThe Industrial Revolution is a period of American history that everyone has learned about in high school, or perhaps from even at a younger…Mar 31, 2023Mar 31, 2023
The International Tennis Hall of Fame: For the Love of the SportTennis is a global sport. While other sports are often discussed more in the United States, the tennis community around the world is…Mar 27, 2023Mar 27, 2023
Ambrose Burnside Monument: Commemorating a Unique LegacyWhen pondering some of the most important figures of the American Civil War, several key names likely pop into your mind: Abraham Lincoln…Mar 16, 2023Mar 16, 2023
The Great Swamp Monument: Remembering a MassacreIf you are unfamiliar with the Great Swamp Massacre, it might sound like a deleted scene from Shrek. Instead it was one of the most brutal…Mar 8, 2023Mar 8, 2023
Providence Athenaeum: History, Literature, and Beauty All in OneLocated in the heart of Rhode Island’s capital, the Providence Athenaeum is one of the most aesthetically pleasing, historically-rich sites…Feb 24, 2023Feb 24, 2023
Touro Synagogue: The Oldest Synagogue in the USRhode Island today is not particularly known for its Jewish culture. With its Jewish population just under 20,000, not even 2% of the…Feb 16, 2023Feb 16, 2023
Green Animals Topiary GardenDespite its modest size to put it lightly, Rhode Island has an incredibly rich history and is home to some of the most interesting and…Feb 10, 2023Feb 10, 2023
