Slip Sliding Away: The History of Water Wizz of Westerly
It's hard to believe that summer is almost here, and with it comes memories of one of Westerly's oldest and most beloved attractions - Water [...]
It's hard to believe that summer is almost here, and with it comes memories of one of Westerly's oldest and most beloved attractions - Water [...]
Although slavery is a significant part of the history of the United States, it played a much smaller role in New England than it did [...]
Rhode Island has always been a haven for nonconformists and individuals whose politics were anti-establishment. In 1636 Roger Williams and a group of his followers [...]
For more than 180 years, Watch Hill has served as a (relatively) quiet, unspoiled summer resort. While Watch Hill’s status as a premier summer locale [...]
“Every inhabitant of this town, whether they be free of the town or not, shall have an equal right and privilege of sending their own [...]
Given its colonial roots, it should come as no surprise that Rhode Island has had some laws enacted that would be considered both archaic and [...]
When I first moved to the area three years ago I have to admit, I shied away from Clydesdale Tavern, located at 47 Canal Street [...]
One of the oldest quarry districts in New England was in Westerly, RI. Some quarries were situated a few miles away in Bradford Village, a [...]
Everybody loves a good mystery and New England has more than its share. One of the most implausible but intriguing legends is what has become [...]
Early in the morning on September 22, 1938, just hours after the most powerful hurricane in memory had devastated the Westerly coastline, a local carpenter [...]
At the time of the big fire and for 18 years prior, Herman Dock did all his research in a house on Watch Hill Road [...]
In September, Westerly and Pawcatuck took part in Bricks and Murals, a two-community event showcasing the town's history and culture. During the four-day festival, fifteen [...]