The Georgian Mansion (circa 1734) is the former home of the Babcock and Smith families. Colonial history with Westerly granite industry focuses.
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Downtown Walking Tour of Westerly Granite
Our annual walking tour of Westerly granite in downtown Westerly always draws a crowd, so plan to be a part of it. Look at buildings, monuments and…
Cemetery Tour: Revisit the Granite Masters
We have chosen some of River Bend’s most notable monuments to revisit, most done by Westerly’s best sculptors and carvers. Learn about them and about how the…
Early Currency in Our Area
Presented by Lawrence Erhart Owner of Colonial Coins and Currency and active in many coin collecting organizations, Larry will share his knowledge of early…
Auction
Bob Ward will auction off donated items of historical, decorative or other interest. Preview will be at 1 and all proceeds benefit the Museum. If you have…
Dear Friend: Franklin and Babcock Correspondence
Joshua Babcock and Benjamin Franklin were friends and professional colleagues who wrote letters to each other for over 20 years. These letters provide insights…
World War II Remembered: Westerly’s Greatest Generation in Their Own Words
From the World War II battlefields of Germany, France, Iwo Jima and elsewhere, Westerly’s young men were heroes. Many paid the ultimate price, and those who…
Holiday Open House at the Museum
Why bake? Come cookie shopping and, while picking out your platter of cookies, enjoy some free soup, muffins, freshly-baked cookies and hot cider. Then head to…