Maury Loontjens Memorial Library

The first presentation will cover the history of downtown Narragansett from 1900 to 1969. Major hurricanes in 1938 and 1954 flooded downtown and led to an effort by the Army Corps of Engineers to build storm protection. This was voted down by the residents in 1965. Ultimately a group of citizens led by Royal Little embarked on a plan to transform what some called an old downtown into a vibrant commercial district under the aegis of the Federal Urban Renewal Program. Plans were developed and town residents largely supported the effort in a vote in 1969. A video that was utilized by the town to win approval for that 1969 vote will complete this lecture. This will be presented by Terry Fleming and Robert Muller of the Narragansett Historical Society. There is no fee to attend, but please register on the Library's Events Page.

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The first presentation will cover the history of downtown Narragansett from 1900 to 1969. Major hurricanes in 1938 and 1954...

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Celebrate Independence Day at South County Museum's annual family-friendly festivity featuring games, live music, and prizes. Witness the magic of nature as chicks hatch during this fun-filled event, with affordable tickets available at the door for all ages.

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South County Museum's Annual 4th Of July Chick...

Celebrate Independence Day at South County Museum's annual family-friendly festivity featuring games, live music, and prizes....

South County Museum's Annual 4th Of July Chick Hatch

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"The beach party is scheduled for Monday, July 4th at the Town Beach. The festivities will start mid-day building sandcastles with Sandtasia," according to the <a href="https://www.narragansettri.gov/calendar.aspx?eid=6464" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">town of Narragansett</a>. Followed by Brass Force playing from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM on the deck at the North Beach Clubhouse. Fireworks display at dusk.Photo: Shutterstock

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July 4 Narragansett Independence Day Beach Party

"The beach party is scheduled for Monday, July 4th at the Town Beach. The festivities will start mid-day building sandcastles...

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Urban Renewal in Narragansett - Part One

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Maury Loontjens Memorial Library, 25 Pier Market Pl, Narragansett, RI

South County Museum's Annual 4th Of July Chick Hatch

July 4 Narragansett Independence Day Beach Party