Keeping History Above Water
Celebrating 10 years of advocacy, resources, and resiliency.
Save the date. 2026 will be a year-long celebration of Keeping History Above Water centered where it started—in Newport, RI. We are planning community workshops, walking tours, art installations, special exhibitions, a symposium, and more! Stay tuned for more announcements about this year of celebration.
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What’s On: Programs, Exhibitions, & Events
Keeping Rough Point Above Water: 130+ Years of Resiliency in a Changing Climate
Opening April, 2026 at Rough Point Museum!
Featuring contemporary fashion designer Jill Palese, this exhibition places fashion front-and-center in the conversation about climate change, sustainability, and how we can move forward towards a more resilient future.
Learn more here.
Countdown to Keeping History Above Water: Looking Back, Moving Forward
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Want to bring KHAW to your community?
NRF helps catalyze local communities to take action. We are seeking organizations and municipalities who are impacted by sea-level rise and climate-related effects, and are interested in hosting future KHAW programs.


