“Steamboats on Narraganset Bay and the Sakonnet River”, a Lecture by Town Historian, Jim Garman

The Portsmouth Historical Society presents “Steamboats on Narraganset Bay and the Sakonnet River”, a Lecture by Town Historian, Jim Garman July 20th at 6:30 PM at the museum, 870 East Main Rd (at Union St.)

          In the 19th Century steam-boating on the Bay and the River was a popular means of transportation.  The Fall River Line was a popular way to travel from Fall River and Newport to New York City and back. The line had a well-known glorious history. The Sakonnet Steamboat Line was for day-tripping from Providence to Sakonnet Point, where one could enjoy a wonderful ride down the river and a shore dinner at the Point. 

Members: Free / Guests $5

The museum, Old Town Hall and Southermost Schoolhouse and other exhibits will be open at 5:30 PM.  A reception will immediately follow the lecture.  The lecture hall is not handicap accessible.

For more information, visit www,portsmouthhistorical.org.