Rhode Island's history and heritage is still being discovered. Museums are constantly opening, groups are holding lectures, and researchers are finding new interpretations to historical events. Here are the latest news items relating to Rhode Island history and heritage.

Rhode Island History/Heritage News

Doris Duke Days At Jane Pickens Theater
NRF and The Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center present Doris Duke Days, a three day film event celebrating the many interests of Doris Duke - heiress, Newport preservationist, jazz pianist, animal lover and surfer. Doris Duke Days will be held at the historic Jane Pickens Theater from Friday, September 24 to Sunday, September 26.

Artwork From Great Depression Covered During 1960s Renovations
Seventy-one years ago during the Great Depression, Providence artist Gino Conti completed his final set of mural paintings for the lobby of Edwards Hall at Rhode Island State College.

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