Learn what happened when the British occupied Newport and raided Bristol (twice!) during the American Revolution. Hear the stories of the brave citizens who were affected during the bombing and burning of Bristol Harbor!
As part of a weekend-long series of events that celebrate America's 250th anniversary, we will be at the Hereshoff Dock on Saturday May 17th and Sunday, May 18th, from 10:30 am-5:00pm. Our History Hunt experience will be available as well as re-enactments, tall ship tours, food, children's activities and more!
Participate in this fun, 90 minute, self-guided driving/walking tour of Bristol. FreshMaps, the Battle of RI Association and Bristol Historical & Preservation Society created a “Revolutionary RI History Hunt” - a smartphone/mobile app digital scavenger hunt map which brings you to locations in Bristol to learn about local American Revolution history, right where it happened!
Historian videos appear on your phone, then you solve a puzzle or trivia question to earn points! Best suited for 4th - 8th grade, but open to any age who wants to learn and have some fun exploring. (Bring your Android or iPhone to download a mobile app.) Stop by our table to get started!
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