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Hi Neighbor Heritage: The Met Cafe

Hi Neighbor Heritage: The Met Cafe

A legendary club in the heart of Providence, The Met Cafe was and still is the place to see some of the area’s best live and local music. The venue...

Hi Neighbor Heritage: The Met Cafe

A legendary club in the heart of Providence, The Met Cafe was and still is the place to see some of the area’s best live and local music. The venue has changed locations over the years, but the...

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Hi Neighbor Heritage: 1950's Mural Ad

Hi Neighbor Heritage: 1950's Mural Ad

This image was take on South Main Street in Providence circa 1950's. Mural ads like this really added character and flare to the buildings back then. It was a subtle...

Hi Neighbor Heritage: 1950's Mural Ad

This image was take on South Main Street in Providence circa 1950's. Mural ads like this really added character and flare to the buildings back then. It was a subtle outdoor sign that was large enough to get...

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Hi Neighbor Heritage: 8th Anniversary Of Bringing The Beer Back

Hi Neighbor Heritage: 8th Anniversary Of ...

Eight years ago today, we brought Narragansett Beer back. Here's Mark and Joann Seddon enjoying one of the first 'Gansetts at her bar, The Decatur, just after the return in...

Hi Neighbor Heritage: 8th Anniversary Of ...

Eight years ago today, we brought Narragansett Beer back. Here's Mark and Joann Seddon enjoying one of the first 'Gansetts at her bar, The Decatur, just after the return in 2005. Thank you all for an incredible time....

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38th Anniversary Of JAWS

38th Anniversary Of JAWS

The first ever summer blockbuster, JAWS, was originally released in theaters 38 years ago today. Ever since then, beach goers everywhere have been afraid to go in the water. Fear...

38th Anniversary Of JAWS

The first ever summer blockbuster, JAWS, was originally released in theaters 38 years ago today. Ever since then, beach goers everywhere have been afraid to go in the water. Fear of that great white shark coming up and...

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Vintage Photo: Bruins' Stanley Cup Celebration 1970

Vintage Photo: Bruins' Stanley Cup Celebr...

As the Boston Bruins hockey team wins the Stanley Cup in 1970, head coach Harry Sinden celebrates above the crowd with a tall boy of 'Gansett. (Photo courtesy of William...

Vintage Photo: Bruins' Stanley Cup Celebr...

As the Boston Bruins hockey team wins the Stanley Cup in 1970, head coach Harry Sinden celebrates above the crowd with a tall boy of 'Gansett. (Photo courtesy of William Devereaux)

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Hi Neighbor Heritage: Gaspee Days

Hi Neighbor Heritage: Gaspee Days

In June of 1772 brave colonists from Rhode Island burned the British revenue schooner, HMS Gaspee, during what has become recognized as the first bloodshed of the American Revolution. For...

Hi Neighbor Heritage: Gaspee Days

In June of 1772 brave colonists from Rhode Island burned the British revenue schooner, HMS Gaspee, during what has become recognized as the first bloodshed of the American Revolution. For the past 48 years the village of Pawtuxet,...

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Vintage Photo: Getting The Boat Ready

Vintage Photo: Getting The Boat Ready

This is how you get a boat ready for the season. Notice that TallBoy of 'Gansett in one hand and brush in the other. The cigarette just hangs there as...

Vintage Photo: Getting The Boat Ready

This is how you get a boat ready for the season. Notice that TallBoy of 'Gansett in one hand and brush in the other. The cigarette just hangs there as the paint can sits on the right of...

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Art: Evolution Of The 'Gansett Can

Art: Evolution Of The 'Gansett Can

Thanks to Paul Davis for sharing his work with us. These cans range from the late 1930's all the way to 2005 and cover just about each decade. The photos...

Art: Evolution Of The 'Gansett Can

Thanks to Paul Davis for sharing his work with us. These cans range from the late 1930's all the way to 2005 and cover just about each decade. The photos are Polaroid transfers from real film. To purchase...

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Vintage: "Get Outdoors," Says Curt Gowdy!

Vintage: "Get Outdoors," Says Curt Gowdy!

The 'Gansett scoreboard says it all. "Get outdoors!" Especially with weather like this. And who better than the former Red Sox announcer himself, Curt Gowdy, to suggest relaxing in the...

Vintage: "Get Outdoors," Says Curt Gowdy!

The 'Gansett scoreboard says it all. "Get outdoors!" Especially with weather like this. And who better than the former Red Sox announcer himself, Curt Gowdy, to suggest relaxing in the nice weather with a refreshing 'Gansett. Hi Neighbor!

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National Beer Day

National Beer Day

This Sunday is National Beer Day. 80 years ago the Narragansett brewery re-opened and was allowed by law to brew, bottle, and sell beer that was no more than 3.2%...

National Beer Day

This Sunday is National Beer Day. 80 years ago the Narragansett brewery re-opened and was allowed by law to brew, bottle, and sell beer that was no more than 3.2% alcohol by weight, which comes to about 4%...

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1939 Vintage Narragansett Beer Newspaper Ads

1939 Vintage Narragansett Beer Newspaper Ads

Narragansett Beer newspaper ad promoting baseball in May of 1939! A winning combo. Can't wait for opening day. Hi Neighbor! A fan found these under layers of laminate to recover...

1939 Vintage Narragansett Beer Newspaper Ads

Narragansett Beer newspaper ad promoting baseball in May of 1939! A winning combo. Can't wait for opening day. Hi Neighbor! A fan found these under layers of laminate to recover hardwood floors and send them to us on...

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Vintage: 1964 Hi Neighbor Art Contest

Vintage: 1964 Hi Neighbor Art Contest

2nd place winner in the 1964 Hi Neighbor Art contest, Marguerite Gooding of Bristol, RI. Thanks to Kevin for sharing this with us on Facebook.

Vintage: 1964 Hi Neighbor Art Contest

2nd place winner in the 1964 Hi Neighbor Art contest, Marguerite Gooding of Bristol, RI. Thanks to Kevin for sharing this with us on Facebook.

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