Rhode Island Historical Society’s 25th Season of Concerts Under the Elms
When: Thursday, June 30; July 7, 14, 21 and 28; and Aug. 4 at 6:30 p.m.
Where: John Brown House Museum Lawn (52 Power St., Providence, RI 02906)
Admission: $10 General Admission; Free for RIHS Members
RIHS Announces 25th Season of Concerts Under the Elms
(PROVIDENCE, R.I.) – The Rhode Island Historical Society will kick off the 25th season of its beloved Concerts Under the Elms series on Thursday, June 30th at 6:30 p.m. The six-week series, hosted on the lawn of the John Brown House Museum, will feature a lineup of returning favorites and first-time performers selected by RIHS stakeholders in celebration of the organization’s bicentennial. Each evening will also feature a specially selected food truck.
Concerts are free for RIHS members and $10 for nonmembers. Membership packages start at $40. Guests are welcome to bring chairs and coolers.
Concerts Under the Elms are made possible by AAA Northeast, along with Brown University and Esten & Richard Insurance, as well as The Washington Trust Company.
Concerts Under the Elms are a part of the Rhode Island Historical Society’s Bicentennial Celebrations, sponsored by Amica Insurance.
The Schedule
June 30: Eight to the Bar: Drawing its musical influences from American roots music – swing, boogie-woogie and Motown – Eight to the Bar is known for its outstanding instrumentalists and vocal arrangements. As selected by RIHS members.
July 7: The Leland Baker Trio: Leland Baker is a jazz saxophonist, as well as a music educator, teaching privately, and leading his own project/ lecture series, Bridging Gaps. He lived and spent time honing his craft in New Orleans and New York City. As selected by the RIHS Board of Trustees.
July 14: Atwater-Donnelly: Atwater-Donnelly provides a unique and thrilling blend of traditional American and Celtic folk music. As selected by the Bicentennial Sponsors.
July 21: Timeless: Timeless is a teen band based in Rhode Island performing hits from the greatest generations of music, from the 1950s-1980s. As selected by the RIHS Teen Advisory Board.
July 28: The Good Living Band: The Good Living Band is a powerhouse quartet from northern Rhode Island. With a vast catalog of favorites from “Friday I’m in Love” to “Ventura Highway,” The Good Living Band brings bon vivant vibes to any party! As selected by the Museum of Work & Culture Preservation Foundation.
Aug. 4: The Narrow River Band: The Narrow River Band is a southern RI-based acoustic rock band specializing in a wide range of music, from classic acoustic tunes from the 60s and 70s to inspired songs from emerging musical talent of today. As selected by the RIHS staff.
About the Rhode Island Historical Society
The Rhode Island Historical Society, the state’s largest and oldest historical organization, is dedicated to honoring, interpreting, and sharing Rhode Island’s past to enrich the present and inspire the future.
Founded in 1822, the RIHS is an advocate for history as a means to develop empathy and 21st-century skills, using its historical materials and knowledge to explore topics of timeless relevance and public interest.
As a Smithsonian Affiliate, it is dedicated to providing high-quality, accessible public programming and educational opportunities for all Rhode Islanders through its four sites: the John Brown House Museum, the Museum of Work & Culture, the Mary Elizabeth Robinson Research Center, and the Aldrich House.
The headquarters of the Rhode Island Historical Society is located at 110 Benevolent Street, Providence, RI 02906. Information: (401) 331-8575.
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