Block Island Historical Society
18 Old Town Road
Block Island, Rhode Island 02807
Hours:
Museum Closed.
During the off season the museum is open by appointment only. We will re-open in the spring.
Enjoy browsing their website for great photographs, Block Island Times columns, or oral histories (start with conversations with Rob Lewis). There are so many people to hear from and their stories will put today’s circumstances into perspective.
The Block Island Historical Society Museum, Gallery & Shop is located in a three-story building with red mansard roof at the intersection of Old Town Road and Ocean Avenue. The intersection is known as Bridgegate Square.
The building is the headquarters for the Historical Society. It is listed as part of the National Register in the Old Harbor Historic District.
The Museum has an extensive collection of significant artifacts related to Block Island’s history, from Manissean stone tools and points to early New England maritime and farming displays, colonial memorabilia and enlarged vintage photographs capturing life during the Victorian age. Two floors of exhibits include fine furniture, Victorian collectibles, textiles, quilts, boat models, tools, fishing gear, historic maps, and other interesting displays.
Events: https://www.blockislandhistorical.org/events
Link to website: https://www.blockislandhistorical.org
Image Credits: blockislandhistorical.org unless otherwise noted
