"preserving the past to inspire the future"

Middletown Historical Society is dedicated to safeguarding, researching and documenting the history of Middletown, Rhode Island.

2024 Winter Hours

Paradise School Museum Open Wednesday Mornings 9am to 11am

2024 Winter Lecture Series

Click here to learn more about the series
Series #1 January 28th "Isaac Barker"
Series #2: February 25th “Hidden History of Middletown”
Series #3:April 7th “Water Works” at Newport Vinyards

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Running of the Mill

A yearly event where Boyd's Mill comes alive, all 8 vanes with sails turning, paired with arts/craft vendors, family entertainment & more.
Our entire organization is based upon volunteers. We are currently accepting applications for those who might like to volunteer at our properties. Please submit an application to be considered.
We Are Currently Looking To Fill The Following Roles Within The Society:
-Liason To School Department
-Party Planning Committee
-Research Assistant
-Publicity Coordinator

If interested please email your credentials to:
history@middletownhistoricalsociety.org

our story

Learn about the Society, its history, the board and how you can get involved as well.

museum locations

Come and visit our Preserved Historic Locations, each its own unique museum.
- Witherbee School
- Paradise School
- Boyd's Mill

become a member

Join the Society and help preserve the past, create new future discoveries, support educational events and more. Middletown Historical Society is a non-profit organization with a volunteer only staff. Memberships help create new opportunities and safeguard/provide upkeep of current entities.