Society Intent and History
The society was incorporated under the laws of the
State or Rhode Island as stated in the articles of
association for the purpose of gathering and
preserving historical materials relating to western
Rhode Island and also to promote the social and
cultural life of the area.
State or Rhode Island as stated in the articles of
association for the purpose of gathering and
preserving historical materials relating to western
Rhode Island and also to promote the social and
cultural life of the area.
Over the years, our collection has grown due to the
generosity of current and past members. There is
a wealth of information about many of the
communities in western Rhode Island, as well as
various items for furniture, quilts, clothing, and
military items.
generosity of current and past members. There is
a wealth of information about many of the
communities in western Rhode Island, as well as
various items for furniture, quilts, clothing, and
military items.
MacGregor Sword
One of the most notable of the military items the
society has is the MacGregor Sword which was used
in the war of 1812. The MacGregor family owned a
tavern in the Rice City area of western Coventry that
was destroyed by fire.
society has is the MacGregor Sword which was used
in the war of 1812. The MacGregor family owned a
tavern in the Rice City area of western Coventry that
was destroyed by fire.
About Us
The Western Rhode Island Civic Historical Society
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The Paine House Museum
Located at 7 Station St. in
Coventry, RI.
Located at 7 Station St. in
Coventry, RI.
Mrs. Zilpha W. Foster
Donator of the PaineHouse
Donator of the PaineHouse
