The Story of East Greenwich
Discover the people, places, and events that shaped our town!
Enjoy this 20-minute film celebrating East Greenwich's rich history as we mark the town's 350th anniversary.
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CELEBRATING 350 YEARS
The History of East Greenwich 1677-2027
Explore 350 years of our town's remarkable story in this beautifully illustrated history by Matthew Carcieri, published in conjunction with the East Greenwich Historic Preservation Society.
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Upcoming Events
Layers of Time: Unearthing East Greenwich’s Archeological History
East Greenwich Free Library, 82 Peirce St., East Greenwich
Speakers: Joseph Waller & Duncan Ritchie
The Public Archaeology Laboratory, Inc. (PAL) conducted a townwide archaeological reconnaissance survey to inventory known pre- and post-contact archaeological sites and identify areas sensitive for Native American archaeological sites and historical land use within East Greenwich’s 16.71 square mile municipal tract. The reconnaissance survey project was funded through a Rhode Island Historical Preservation & Heritage Commission (RIHPHC) Certified Local Government (CLG) Grant and will assist the Town of East Greenwich with future planning consistent with its 2026 Comprehensive Plan Update.
Wrought by War: The Founding of East Greenwich
East Greenwich Town Hall, 125 Main Street, East Greenwich.
Speakers: Leigh Carney and Matt Carcieri
Wanted: The News-Making Outlaws of East Greenwich
East Greenwich Veteran’s Firemen Hall, 80 Queen Street, East Greenwich.
Speakers: Don Mong and Matt Carcieri.
Ongoing Projects
- Encouraging the protection and preservation of buildings, neighborhoods, documents, photographs and items of historic significance.
- Monthly programs which are open and free to the public.
- Sponsoring programs that foster community growth.
- Publishing The Packet, a newsletter with in-depth history of the Town.
- Participating in educational and civic events.
