Keyword: heritage
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Everett Gardiner Weeden Jr., or Tall Oak, was a member of the Indigenous peoples of the Northeastern Woodlands. The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe stated that Weeden was "a documented descendant of the … more
WEAN was founded by John Shepherd, grandson of the founder of Shepherd’s Department Stores. Shepherd was a controversial figure in the early days of radio. Some found him ruthless and abrasive, … more
The 58th annual Dinner and Induction Ceremony of the Rhode Island Heritage Hall of Fame was held Saturday May 6th at the Crowne Plaza to a full audience that included both active and retired state … more
The Rhode Island Heritage Hall of Fame board of directors  announced this week it voted to induct 15 recently deceased Rhode Islanders in a special convocation. President  Dr. Patrick … more
Retired Community College of Rhode Island English Professor Roberta Mudge Humble of Warwick is one of nine inductees in the Rhode Island Heritage Hall of Fame Class of 2022.  Established in … more
The Board of Directors of the Rhode Island Heritage Hall of Fame has announced the selection of nine prominent Rhode Islanders for membership in the Rhode Island Heritage Hall of Fame. According … more