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***CANCELLED DUE TO IMPENDING WEATHER***
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 - 11:00 AM
FORT ADAMS PARK TO ROSE ISLAND BOAT TOUR
We will meet at Fort Adams in Newport at the south dock and board for a boat trip over to Rose Island. Capt. David McCurdy will guide us on our journey and relate the history of the Rose Island lighthouse. Bring a picnic lunch to be enjoyed on the island. $25.00 per person. Reserve early - only 15 seats available!
RSVP by September 1st to hhsctc@aol.com or 401-255-1560.
GPS: Fort Adams State Park, 80 Fort Adams Dr, Newport, RI 02840. Directions: From Providence, take I-195E toward E Providence/Cape Cod; take Exit 14A to merge onto Rte 24 S toward Tiverton/Newport; Rte 24 becomes W Main Rd; turn left onto Valley Rd; continue onto Aquidneck Ave; turn left onto Bellevue Ave; turn right onto Ruggles Ave; turn left onto Brenton Rd; turn right onto Ft Adams Dr; turn left onto Monroe Rd; destination is on your left.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 29, 20223 - 11:00 AM
FOUNDER'S DAY SERVICE AT FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
We will meet for the annual Founder's Day Service at First Baptist Church in Providence and join in the celebration of their 385th anniversary. We will then gather at the Betsey Williams cottage and enjoy a self-tour of the building’s exterior, view the nearby Roger Williams statue, and walk through the Joseph Williams burial grounds. Bring a folding chair and picnic lunch.
RSVP by September 1st to hhsctc@aol.com or 401-255-1560.
GPS: First Baptist Church, 75 North Main St, Providence, RI. Directions: From I-95 take Exit 22A, following the signs to Downtown/Memorial Blvd; follow Memorial Blvd to the river; then left onto Washington St. The church is visible directly ahead at the corner of North Main and Waterman Sts. Parking can be difficult, so plan travel time accordingly.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2023 - 12:00 PM
PRESENTATION BY DR. CHARLOTTE CARRINGTON-FARMER
Charlotte Carrington-Farmer will give a presentation on the early years of Roger and Mary Williams and how this led to the founding of Rhode Island. We will meet at the Pawtuxet Armory, a historic armory awarded by the state to the Rangers after the Dorr rebellion. Following a brief meeting, we will gather for a luncheon at O'Rourke's Pub in nearby Pawtuxet Village.
RSVP by November 11th to hhsctc@aol.com or 401-255-1560.
GPS: Pawtuxet Rangers Armory, 59 Remington St, Warwick, RI. Directions: Take Rte 37 exit off Rte I-95 to Warwick. Follow to end to Post Road North. Continue on Post Rd to Rick’s Auto Body (on right at 62 Post Road) and turn right onto Fair St. Take second left onto Remington St. Armory is on the corner of Bank and Remington Sts. If parking is unavailable, you may park at the Aspray Boat House parking lot at 2 East View St (continue down Remington St, turn left on Narragansett Pkwy, then right onto East View St).
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2023 - 2:00 PM
WILLIAMS FAMILY HOLIDAY GATHERING
A holiday favorite! We will return to the home of Clifford Brown and his wife, Marilyn Brownell, where we will hold a brief business meeting and enjoy a program of Christmas music, a carol sing-along, and a traditional high tea. Donations of goodies for the table are greatly appreciated.
RSVP by December 9th to hhsctc@aol.com or 401-255-1560.
GPS: 180 Brown St, Providence, RI. Directions: From Rte 95 or Rte 6, take exit to Downtown Providence/Memorial Blvd. Follow Memorial Blvd to the river. Turn left onto Washington St (becomes Waterman St). Proceed up the hill to Brown St, just beyond its summit. Left onto Brown St and proceed seven blocks to Keene St. The Brown residence is on the far left (northwest) corner of Brown and Keene Sts.
SATURDAY, APRIL 20, 2024 - 12:00 PM
TOUR OF KENTISH GUARDS ARMORY
The Kentish Guards, celebrating their 250th anniversary this year, is a militia company that was chartered in 1774 by the Colony of Rhode Island to protect the town of East Greenwich from possible attacks from Loyalists and British troops. Along with their militia, they have a fife and drum corps and color guard. Many Williams descendants have been members throughout the years. Following the tour, we will gather for lunch at nearby Chelo's Waterfront Grille.
RSVP by April 13th to hhsctc@aol.com or 401-255-1560.
GPS: Kentish Guards Armory, 1774 Armory St, East Greenwich, RI. Directions:
From Rte 95 S, take exit 24B on the left to merge onto Rte 4 S. Take first exit to Rte 401, Division St, East Greenwich. Bear right at end of ramp. Proceed through several sets of lights on Division St, then bear left at fork to stay on Division St. Turn right onto Peirce St and follow to the Armory (on left).
SATURDAY, MAY 18, 2024 - 1:00PM
TOUR OF NEUTACONKANUT HILL CONSERVANCY
National Park Ranger John McNiff will give a presentation on the early land boundaries that were laid out between Roger Williams and the Narragansett leaders. You can see all the land within those boundaries from the top of the hill, the highest point in the city of Providence. We will then enjoy a picnic lunch and hold our annual business meeting and elections. Bring a folding chair and lunch.
RSVP by May 11th to hhsctc@aol.com or 401-255-1560.
GPS: Legion Memorial Dr, Providence, RI. Directions: From Rte 10 in Providence, take exit to Rte 6 West. Take Killingly St exit and turn left onto Killingly St. In about 3/4 mile, turn right onto Sunset Dr. Turn left onto Legion Memorial Dr. Park at the Conservatory.
SATURDAY, JUNE 15, 2024 - 11:00 AM
TOUR OF BEAVERTAIL LIGHTHOUSE
We will meet at the lighthouse for a guided tour by knowledgeable docents. Learn of the lighthouse's historical significance to the area and discover what it is like to be a lighthouse keeper. Following the tour we will picnic on the grounds and hold a brief business meeting. Bring a lunch and a folding chair.
RSVP by June 8th to hhsctc@aol.com or 401-255-1560.
GPS: Beavertail Rd, Jamestown, RI. Directions: From Rte 95 South, take exit 24B on the left to merge onto Rte 4 South toward North Kingstown; continue to Tower Hill Rd. Take slight right to merge onto Rte 138 East toward Jamestown, Newport for 4.5 miles. Take exit onto Helm St. In 0.7 miles turn onto North Road. In 5.7 miles keep right onto Beavertail Road. The lighthouse is on your left.