Block Island Historical Society
Block Island Historical Society, Historical society museum in Bridgegate Square, Rhode Island, United States.
The Block Island Historical Society maintains a collection of artifacts, including Manissean stone tools, Victorian items, boat models, maps, and vintage photographs.
Founded in 1942, the society occupies a former residential building that operated as a summer hotel before becoming a center for historical preservation.
The museum presents exhibitions about indigenous peoples, maritime heritage, and early settlers through carefully curated displays of local artifacts and documents.
The museum opens its doors on May 25 and organizes regular lectures, cemetery tours, and presentations about local history throughout the summer season.
The society maintains records of notable events such as The Great Swamp Massacre and The Great September Gale of 1815 through their newsletter publications.
Location: Rhode Island
Inception: 1942
Address: PO Box 79, Block Island, RI, 02807-0079
Website: https://blockislandhistorical.org
GPS coordinates: 41.17361,-71.56226
Latest update: September 20, 2025 21:00
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