Upcoming events.
Rose Island: in Peace and At War - Exhibition Opening ceremony
Join us on Saturday, October 11 for the opening of our newest permanent exhibition, Rose Island: In Peace and At War. The exhibit will explore Rose Island’s various uses from the 17th century to the 20th, including its defensive position in Narragansett Bay during the Revolutionary War, its use as a quarantine hospital during Newport’s cholera epidemic, and its strategic role during the World Wars. Opening remarks and the official unveiling begin at 1:00 PM, but we encourage you to come earlier to view the exhibition, enjoy the island, and make a day of it. Please email trinity@roseisland.org with any questions.
Lecture at the Redwood Library
Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Rose Island: In Peace and At War, a new permanent exhibition opening this October at the Barracks Museum. Built in 1798 as the first bombproof barracks in the U.S., this historic structure has served many roles—from military defense to quarantine station. Join our curators as they share the stories, artifacts, and design process behind transforming this space into an immersive museum experience.
Artist-in-Residence Showcase
Join us from 12–3 PM for an open house celebrating our Artist Residency! Explore the island, tour the lighthouse, and connect with the seven Rhode Island artists who’ve spent the week creating work inspired by this historic place.