History
New England Heritage: Battleship Cove
Hi Neighbor! We at Narragansett beer wanted to take this moment to remember all of the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives for the freedom of this fine...
New England Heritage: Battleship Cove
Hi Neighbor! We at Narragansett beer wanted to take this moment to remember all of the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives for the freedom of this fine nation. And right in our own backyard is...
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Rhode Island Independence Day!
The fourth day of May in each and every year is established, in this state, as a day for celebration of Rhode Island independence, being a just tribute to the...
Rhode Island Independence Day!
The fourth day of May in each and every year is established, in this state, as a day for celebration of Rhode Island independence, being a just tribute to the memory of the members of our general assembly,...
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New England Heritage: Sullivan Ballou And...
The American Civil War began on April 12, 1861 which was 150 years ago today. It's not really a celebratory date, but definitely one to remember as it is a...
New England Heritage: Sullivan Ballou And...
The American Civil War began on April 12, 1861 which was 150 years ago today. It's not really a celebratory date, but definitely one to remember as it is a part of American history. So we searched through...
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New England Heritage: Christmas 1945
Exactly 65 years ago today, these images appeared in the December 23, 1945 issue of The Boston Herald. What a remarkable advertisement for Narragansett Brewing Company. The below painting is...
New England Heritage: Christmas 1945
Exactly 65 years ago today, these images appeared in the December 23, 1945 issue of The Boston Herald. What a remarkable advertisement for Narragansett Brewing Company. The below painting is titled, "On The Post Road," and was created...
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This Day In Rhode Island History, 50 Year...
Riot At The Newport Jazz Festival, July 2, 1960 By MARC MYERS - WSJ.com Blame it on "Jazz on a Summer's Day," "A Summer Place" and "Gidget." All three films...
This Day In Rhode Island History, 50 Year...
Riot At The Newport Jazz Festival, July 2, 1960 By MARC MYERS - WSJ.com Blame it on "Jazz on a Summer's Day," "A Summer Place" and "Gidget." All three films stirred the imaginations of New England's youth in...
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Hotel Vernon Tour: Part One
Hi Neighbor! This is Part 1 of our Hotel Vernon history blog. For those of you that aren’t familiar with the “Vernon,” it’s located in Worcester Mass, in the heart...
Hotel Vernon Tour: Part One
Hi Neighbor! This is Part 1 of our Hotel Vernon history blog. For those of you that aren’t familiar with the “Vernon,” it’s located in Worcester Mass, in the heart of Kelly Square. It’s been a rooming house...
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New England Heritage: Repeal Of Prohibition
Did you know that the Narragansett brewery survived prohibition by brewing and bottling beer for medinical purposes? It's true. They even had permission from the IRS. Which reminded us that...
New England Heritage: Repeal Of Prohibition
Did you know that the Narragansett brewery survived prohibition by brewing and bottling beer for medinical purposes? It's true. They even had permission from the IRS. Which reminded us that yesterday, April 7th, marks the 77th anniversary of...
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Vintage Gansett: St. Patrick's Day Signs
In honor of St. Parick's Day tomorrow, check out these awesome, vintage St. Patrick's Day-themed signs found on e-Bay! Bid on the one above HERE. See more after the jump......
Vintage Gansett: St. Patrick's Day Signs
In honor of St. Parick's Day tomorrow, check out these awesome, vintage St. Patrick's Day-themed signs found on e-Bay! Bid on the one above HERE. See more after the jump... Bid on this sign. Bid on this sign....
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