How was Newport transformed from a city whose historic Thames Street was called Blood Alley into world-class tourist destination? William Leys, who was the executive director of the Newport Redevelopment Agency from 1961 until 1992, will show photos and maps and recount his involvement in Newport’s extensive, face-lift project on Monday, May 20 at the Newport Public Library’s lower level at 7 pm.
This is a repeat of a program from earlier this year which was held to an overflow crowd. The library is providing another opportunity for community members to hear this lecture.
The lecture is free and open to the public. The library is handicapped accessible.
