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November 2026

Sun
08

Reflections on Soul Value and Research-to-Performance Method Writing: a Conversation with April Brown and Jessica Pearson

November 8 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

680 Bellevue Avenue
Newport, RI 02840 United States

Soul Value is an interdisciplinary, duet performance project created by April H. Brown and Jessica T. Pearson which brings to life the stories of New England Black women—Elleanor Eldridge, Elizabeth Freeman, and Margaret Kinnicutt—and the men of the 1st Rhode Island Regiment, like Cato Vernon, during and after the American Revolutionary War. Through a compelling blend of monologue, dance, ritual, and song, Soul Value illuminates the often-overlooked contributions of Black and Indigenous people in New England history, centering their advocacy, resilience, and determination to survive and thrive.

Tue
10

Strangers in a Strange Land: a Talk on the Free African Union movement by Keith Stokes

November 10 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

The Vernon House

46 Clarke Street
Newport, RI 02840 United States

Held on the anniversary of its founding, this talk given by RI State Historian Laureate Keith Stokes will interpret the evolution of the Free African Union movement during the American Revolution era, showcasing the profound influence of the African Diaspora on the advancement of Black identity in early America.

Sun
15

Finding Cato Vernon in Photography Artist Talk with Jason Roomes and Dominique Sindayiganza

November 15 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

The Vernon House

46 Clarke Street
Newport, RI 02840 United States

While creating the Cato Vernon Freedom Library, Lead Artist and Photographer Dominique Sindayiganza visited sites in Rhode Island where Cato Vernon may have been. As he photographed these places which are now often manicured, leisurely, and serene, he wondered what Cato’s view would have been — did this tree see Cato when it was an acorn? Does the mitochondria still hold his memory? Despite the peace of these places today, Dominique imagined the battlefields, enslavement, imprisonment, and war that Cato would have seen. The more images he took, the more he felt Cato Vernon.

Wed
18

Freedom Singing Circle with Kelly Robertson

November 18 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

The Vernon House

46 Clarke Street
Newport, RI 02840 United States

In this special singing circle, we will sing songs from the American Revolution in honor of folks like Cato Vernon, who fought for personal and communal liberty.

Fri
27

A Rough Point Holiday: After Dark

November 27 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Rough Point Museum

680 Bellevue Avenue
Newport, RI 02840 United States

Join us for this holiday experience! Enjoy cozy beverages and jolly jazz on the terrace at Rough Point after dark.

Sat
28

A Rough Point Holiday: After Dark

November 28 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Rough Point Museum

680 Bellevue Avenue
Newport, RI 02840 United States

Join us for this holiday experience! Enjoy cozy beverages and jolly jazz on the terrace at Rough Point after dark.

December 2026

Fri
04

A Rough Point Holiday: After Dark

December 4 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Rough Point Museum

680 Bellevue Avenue
Newport, RI 02840 United States

Join us for this holiday experience! Enjoy cozy beverages and jolly jazz on the terrace at Rough Point after dark.

Sat
05

A Rough Point Holiday: After Dark

December 5 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Rough Point Museum

680 Bellevue Avenue
Newport, RI 02840 United States

Join us for this holiday experience! Enjoy cozy beverages and jolly jazz on the terrace at Rough Point after dark.

Fri
11

A Rough Point Holiday: After Dark

December 11 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Rough Point Museum

680 Bellevue Avenue
Newport, RI 02840 United States

Join us for this holiday experience! Enjoy cozy beverages and jolly jazz on the terrace at Rough Point after dark.

Sat
12

A Rough Point Holiday: After Dark

December 12 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Rough Point Museum

680 Bellevue Avenue
Newport, RI 02840 United States

Join us for this holiday experience! Enjoy cozy beverages and jolly jazz on the terrace at Rough Point after dark.

Sun
13

Holiday Needlepoint at Rough Point

December 13 @ 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Rough Point Museum

680 Bellevue Avenue
Newport, RI 02840 United States

'Tis the season! Join Lycette Designs and Newport Restoration Foundation for a hands-on afternoon of stitching set against spectacular ocean views.   All levels welcome, no experience required. The custom canvas, floss, needle, snaps, and canvas carrying bag are included, and we’ll provide light refreshments and guidance.  

Fri
18

A Rough Point Holiday: After Dark

December 18 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Rough Point Museum

680 Bellevue Avenue
Newport, RI 02840 United States

Join us for this holiday experience! Enjoy cozy beverages and jolly jazz on the terrace at Rough Point after dark.

Sat
19

A Rough Point Holiday: After Dark

December 19 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Rough Point Museum

680 Bellevue Avenue
Newport, RI 02840 United States

Join us for this holiday experience! Enjoy cozy beverages and jolly jazz on the terrace at Rough Point after dark.

Sat
26

A Rough Point Holiday: After Dark

December 26 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Rough Point Museum

680 Bellevue Avenue
Newport, RI 02840 United States

Join us for this holiday experience! Enjoy cozy beverages and jolly jazz on the terrace at Rough Point after dark.