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In RI Feb. 11, 2025 is now 1st Rhode Island Regiment/Black Regiment Day. Here's why
In honor of Black History Month, the Rhode Island Senate and House of Representatives recognized the contribution of the Black soldiers of the 1 st Rhode Island Regiment who helped the nation win ...
Rhode Island secures $1 million for America 250; other states have raised $20 million
As Rhode Island gets ready for America's 250th birthday, some wonder whether we're investing enough into the tourism ...
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Portrait depicting 1st Rhode Island Regiment on display at State House
Dan McKee, as well as other state lawmakers and historians. The portrait honors the 1st Rhode Island Regiment, which joined the Continental Army back in 1778. Rhode Island was the first state to ...
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March is Women’s History Month, and Rhode Island has no shortage of notable women to celebrate, from colonist and preacher ...