Read the story of City Drummer Benjamin Lawton’s Revolutionary War service in his own words!
Category Archives: Education
The Germania Musical Society in Newport
Learn about the Germania Musical Society, one of the most popular musical groups in 1850s Newport and beyond!
Keeping the Music Close to Home, Part 2
From music by a Providence, RI composer to music of the Great War, explore this collection donated by a local family.
Joseph S. Peckham
Joseph S. Peckham, a Newport resident, and member of the first bands at the Naval Training Station, was also a prolific composer. Explore his works!
Octavia Jeter
Explore the life of Octavia Jeter, born into a musical Newport Family!
The 3rd Artillery and the San Francisco, Disaster at Sea
In December 1853, the 3rd Artillery left New York for the west coast. What happened in the next few weeks was one of the worst military disasters at sea.
Music at Chateau-sur-Mer
Explore the contents and history surrounding a book of music bound for George Wetmore, owner of Chateau-sur-Mer in Newport.
MUSIC OF THE GILDED AGE: “The Age of Innocence”
Join us for a guest blog by Dr. Christopher Brellochs, expert on Gilded Age Music.
The Sousa Band Comes To Town
When Sousa comes to town! Read about one of many visits by the march king, and hear some of the music that was part of the show!
Who Were They? A Look At Those Who Brought Music to Life in Newport’s Rich Musical Past
Who are the people of Newport’s musical past? What was the music performed in Gilded Age Newport?
