America's First Library in the British Colonies

50 Bellevue Avenue,Newport RI 02840

09 December, 2021

Description

British Consul General, Dr. Peter Abbott and Redwood Library Executive Director, Dr. Benedict Leca discuss British history in Newport RI The Redwood Library & Athenaeum was established in 1747 by Abraham Redwood, while America was still a colony of Great Britain. It was Rhode Island's first library, and famed architect Peter Harrison's first major commission. The Library is the oldest continuously operating Library in use in the nation. It was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1962. Hear from British Consul General, Dr. Peter Abbott about the modern role of the British in New England, and Redwood Library Executive Director, Dr. Benedict Leca, as they discuss the Library's British roots and it's impact on the City of Newport RI.