Rhody Reenactors

This spring, the Newport Historical Society and the Rhode Island Historical Society invite you to take a hands-on and fun approach to learning about our nation’s history with their History Space series of workshops and classes. Immerse yourself in the materials and culture of the colonial era for a living history experience that is totally Rhody – the program seeks to highlight early American material culture and Rhode Island’s unique place in the 18th and early 19th centuries. Workshops include sewing, apron making, wallet making, petticoats, waistcoats and more, with classes on colonial materials and objects and their significance. Previous sewing experience is helpful, but not necessary for participating in the workshops. Attendees will receive training to prepare them to participate in the NHS’s and RIHS’s upcoming living history pursuits, like the Stamp Act protest reenactment in Newport and What Cheer Day in Providence.

Registration is required – register for classes at newporthistory.eventbrite.com