| 06/03/12 |
A Transit of Venus Walking Tour
Downtown Providence
Presented by Rhode Island Historical Society
at Downtown Providence
June 3, 2012
On a clear June morning in 1769, a crowd gathered near a tall wooden platform, curiously watching gentlemen like Joseph Brown, his brother Moses, Stephen Hopkins and others using a telescope to observe the Transit of Venus. Two Providence streets now bear the name of their experiment: Transit Street and Planet Street. In June of 2012, don’t miss the truly once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to observe the Transit of Venus; it won’t happen again until 2117! First on Sunday, June 3rd,...
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| 06/05/12 |
Transit of Venus - Live Viewing
Museum of Natural History & Planetarium
Presented by Rhode Island Historical Society
at Museum of Natural History & Planetarium
June 5, 2012
On a clear June morning in 1769, a crowd gathered near a tall wooden platform, curiously watching gentlemen like Joseph Brown, his brother Moses, Stephen Hopkins and others using a telescope to observe the Transit of Venus. Two Providence streets now bear the name of their experiment: Transit Street and Planet Street. In June of 2012, don’t miss the truly once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to observe the Transit of Venus; it won’t happen again until 2117!...
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10/31/12 |
Benefit Street: A Mile of History
John Brown House
Presented by Rhode Island Historical Society
at John Brown House
June 15-October 31, 2012
Created in the mid-18th century "for the benefit of all," this colonial thoroughfare shows off an enviable collection of 18th and 19th century wood-frame houses. Although the street gives the appearance of being a museum mile, it is actually a vital urban neighborhood enhanced by on-going preservation efforts since the 1950s.
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| 06/16/12 |
Personally Providence - Edward Bannister
Rhode Island Historical Society - Aldrich House
Presented by Rhode Island Historical Society
at Rhode Island Historical Society - Aldrich House
June 16, 2012
One of the nation’s most celebrated African-American artists, Edward M. Bannister gained prominence while living and working in Providence. Bannister was one of the founders of the Providence Art Club and his accolades include a medal at the 1876 Philadelphia Centennial, the first World’s Fair in the United States. He and his wife lived at 93 Benevolent Street, a decrepit building now owned by Brown University. This 90-minute walking tour celebrates Bannister’s...
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| 06/28/12 |
Concerts Under the Elms: The American Band
John Brown House
Presented by Rhode Island Historical Society
at John Brown House
June 28, 2012
Join us for the Concerts Under the Elms, an annual outdoor summer concert series held Thursdays under the canopy of elms at the John Brown House Museum. 6/28/2012– The American Band – Patriotic music and “pops” repertoire The American Band is a symphonic concert band comprised of over 50 adult musicians from Rhode Island and nearby Connecticut and Massachusetts. The band has a long and colorful history extending back to 1837, making the American Band one of the...
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| 07/12/12 |
Concerts Under the Elms: Carlos de Leon Latin Jazz Band
John Brown House
Presented by Rhode Island Historical Society
at John Brown House
July 12, 2012
Join us for the Concerts Under the Elms, an annual outdoor summer concert series held Thursdays under the canopy of elms at the John Brown House Museum. Latin jazz master, trumpet player, vocalist and bandleader, Carlos de Leon has been playing music professionally for over 30 years. He arrived in New York City from the Dominican Republic in 1964 at the time when this music world, Latin jazz/Afro-Cuban, was giving birth to the global dance phenomenon called Salsa. In the late...
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| 07/19/12 |
Concerts Under the Elms: Duke Robillard Band
John Brown House
Presented by Rhode Island Historical Society
at John Brown House
July 19, 2012
Join us for the Concerts Under the Elms, an annual outdoor summer concert series held Thursdays under the canopy of elms at the John Brown House Museum. 7/19/2012– Duke Robillard Band – Classic blues, R&B and swing Inspired by blues legends like T-Bone Walker, Charlie Patton and Big Joe Turner, Duke Robillard’s guitar work has seamlessly spanned the worlds of jazz, blues, and swing since he founded the renowned big band, Roomful of Blues, in 1967. Since 1980, Duke has...
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| 07/26/12 |
Concerts Under the Elms: Greg Abate Jazz Quartet
John Brown House
Presented by Rhode Island Historical Society
at John Brown House
July 26, 2012
Join us for the Concerts Under the Elms, an annual outdoor summer concert series held Thursdays under the canopy of elms at the John Brown House Museum. 7/26/2012– Greg Abate Jazz Quartet – Swinging melodic jazz standards & original music in the same style “Abate’s musical style can be seen as a distillation of swing’s easygoing vibe and bop’s more animated groove. He has developed a unique voice. Abate’s tone is well-behaved, not passive, but by...
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| 08/02/12 |
Concerts Under the Elms: Magnolia
John Brown House
Presented by Rhode Island Historical Society
at John Brown House
August 2, 2012
Join us for the Concerts Under the Elms, an annual outdoor summer concert series held Thursdays under the canopy of elms at the John Brown House Museum. 8/2/2012—Magnolia Since 1989, Magnolia has been New England's hometown Cajun band. Learning their music form Louisiana's finest, has earned them a solid reputation at home and recognition in the Cajun heartland. Their dance lessons and music have helped build a strong sense of community at festivals and fais-do-dos all over...
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| 08/09/12 |
Concerts Under the Elms: Pendragon
John Brown House
Presented by Rhode Island Historical Society
at John Brown House
August 9, 2012
Join us for the Concerts Under the Elms, an annual outdoor summer concert series held Thursdays under the canopy of elms at the John Brown House Museum. 8/9/2012—Pendragon New England has long had a rich tradition of Celtic-inspired music. Looking forward to their 29th anniversary in 2012, Pendragon has embraced that tradition and created a timeless sound of its own, performing roots music with an unmistakable contemporary edge. Pendragon's music celebrates the lives and lore of...
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