Charlestown RI 250

05/23/2026

Unfortunately, the Charlestown Memorial Day parade, which was scheduled for tomorrow has been canceled because of rain. You’re 250th committee is extremely bummed about this because we spent a lot of time getting our parade float together for the event. But don’t worry we are going to display the float around town in various places over the next couple weeks. Keep an eye out for the float and feel free to take a photo in front of it and shared it with us.  🇺🇸🇺🇸

05/20/2026

35 bicyclists enjoy a wonderful day last Saturday exploring the historic village of Cross Mills. The group stopped at several locations to learn about Charlestown's revolutionary history.

Look for our float this Sunday in the Charlestown Memorial Day Parade and stay turned for information on our next events in June and July. 🇺🇸🇺🇸

05/16/2026

Some more photos' from the play at the elementary school a few weeks ago.

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05/14/2026

Thank you to the Westerly Sun for the article promoting this Saturdays bicycle ride. Still time to sign up. Call Charlestown Parks & Rec at 401-364-1222 to sign up. Weather looks great for the weekend. Hope to see you there.

CHARLESTOWN — Residents will continue to celebrate the country’s 250th anniversary on Saturday with a bike ride that highlights the town’s rich history.

05/08/2026

The Charlestown Historical Play, celebrating "America 250" was a wonderful evening at the Charlestown Elementary School last Friday. A packed house of parents, friends and community members enjoyed a spirited and colorful historical play focusing on 250 years of American and Charlestown history. Excellent job everyone ! 🇺🇸

04/07/2026

🇺🇸 WOW ! The first two events of the year are about a month away and its time for attendees to sign-up !!! Your Charlestown RI 250 is excited to start celebrating our country's 250th birthday with the following two events in May 🇺🇸

🎭 HISTORICAL PLAY OF CHARLESTOWN 🎭

An evening of History, Storytelling and Community

Presented by the Chariho School District

📍Date: Friday, May 1st, 2026 at 7:00PM
📍Location: Charlestown Elementary School

Enjoy a Historical play presented by students of the Chariho School District. Play will be approx. 45 minutes and presented in the Charlestown Elementary School Gymnasium.

This is a FREE event, but does require registration at the following link. ☑️ Seating will be limited. 🪑

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScJUuZpqMc7Eh_z4y1whoW7WRGeFQGR_LVci8wR17isNTC9MA/viewform

🚴‍♂️ CHARLESTOWN HISTORICAL BICYCLE RIDE 🚴

A guided bicycle tour through the Historical Cross Mills Village. Participants will stop and visit several historical locations, buildings and cemetery's along the route. 🕍📖

📍Date: Saturday, May 16th, 2026 at 10:00AM
📍Location: Parking lot next to Mini-Super

This is a FREE event, but does require registration at the following link. ☑️ Attendance is limited. 🎟️

https://charlestownri.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30045

Sign up now for the above events and stay tuned for our next events including the Memorial Day Parade, Founders Day at the General Stanton Inn and our Fireworks celebration on July 9th. 🎊🎉

Also check out our Historical Display in the lobby of the Charlestown Town Hall. 🏫

Here's to 2026 and celebrating America's birthday. Hope to see everybody at our year long events. 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸

12/30/2025

Charlestown was proud to be one of the first communities in the state to receive our liberty tree commemoration the beginning of our countries 250th birthday. We look forward to 2026 and we look forward to seeing everybody tomorrow evening at the bonfire in Ninigret Park. Keep an eye out for our commitee members handed out information and interacting with the attendees. Here’s the 2026 ! 🇺🇸🫡🌳

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09/24/2025

On September 8th, Charlestown officially dedicated our newly planted Semi-Quincentennial Liberty Tree at Town Hall. The dedication was the first event for the upcoming America250 celebration in 2026. Approx. 30 people attended the event including our local state Senator and Representative as well as the Secretary of State and the Charlestown Town Council. The new Red Maple Liberty Tree is planted on the south side of Charlestown Town Hall. Check it out if you stop by Town Hall. Please follow this page as we get closer to 2026 for more events and information. (Photos from SOS Office and The Westerly Sun)

09/05/2025

Hope to see everyone Monday evening - 5pm - Charlestown Town Hall for our Liberty Tree dedication.

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🌳 Join your communities this September for the first three Liberty Tree planting ceremonies!

On Monday, September 8th, LC350th and Charlestown RI 250 will dedicate Rhode Island’s first Liberty Trees, with Burrillville 250 Commission following on September 19th. Each ceremony will feature remarks from local leaders, historical reflections, and the dedication of young trees as living memorials to Rhode Island’s role in the founding of our nation.

Inspired by the original 18th-century Liberty Trees, rallying points for colonists to debate, organize, and envision a new nation, these plantings symbolize freedom, unity, and civic engagement. We invite community members, students, families, and history enthusiasts to be part of this historic moment.

📣 Little Compton – Sept 8, 1–2 PM | James Hayes Field, 15 Meeting House Ln
📣 Charlestown – Sept 8, 5–6 PM | Town Hall, 4540 S County Trail
📣 Burrillville – Sept 19, 10–11 AM | Assembly Theater, 26 East Ave, Harrisville