Celebrating the Persistence of Patriots of Color

66 Church Green,Taunton MA 02780

25 February, 2023

Description

The Persistence of Patriots of Color and the Formation of The First Rhode Island Regiment of the Continental Army The OCHM will host speakers to present their on-going work elevating the stories of veterans of color from Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Learn about the history of the 55th Regiment, fascinating discoveries, and preservation efforts with authors and historians. The opening ceremony will feature a flag exchange between the OCHM and the Varnum Memorial Armory Museum of East Greenwich R.I., and donations of gifts by the Roomes Family, with remarks by elected officials. Featured Speakers: Robert Geake, Public Historian and Author of From Slaves to Soldiers: The First Rhode Island Regiment in the American Revolution John Dower, Public Historian and Author presents “Patriots of Color from Bristol County and Rhode Island’s Black Regiment” Patrick Donovan, Executive Director of Varnum Memorial Armory Museum presents “Saving an American Historical Treasure That Had Nearly Been Lost Forever” This program is free and open to the public. Join us for refreshments at 12:30 pm and special presentations from 1-3 pm. The Old Colony History Museum will be free to visit all day, 10 am - 4 pm!