Varnum House Museum

Varnum House Museum Built in 1773 by James Mitchell Varnum, one of General George Washington's Brigadier Generals. The museum features many historic artifacts.
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Built in 1773 by James Mitchell Varnum, a lawyer who entered the Revolutionary War and became one of General George Washington's Continental Army Brigadier Generals. Varnum was later Major General of the Rhode Island Militia. The museum is furnished with period furniture and features many historic artifacts. The grounds are available to rent for events.

FREE RI250 Concert on the Varnum House Museum Lawn featuring RI's Lafayette Band====Enjoy a warm summer night of free li...
06/15/2026

FREE RI250 Concert on the Varnum House Museum Lawn featuring RI's Lafayette Band
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Enjoy a warm summer night of free live music on the Varnum House Museum's historic grounds! On Sunday, June 21, the Lafayette Band - Rhode Island will perform for our "RI250 Concert on the Lawn" to celebrate Rhode Island’s role in shaping American history! Starting at 5:00 PM, the Lafayette Band will play a special program that includes patriotic and popular selections prepared by Music Director Charles Johnson. The second hour features walking tours of the Varnum House Museum and its Historic Preservation Gardens!

The nonprofit Lafayette Band was founded more than 140 years ago, making it one of the oldest bands in Rhode Island. Performances feature patriotic and classical music, show tunes, marches and more, led by Music Director Charles Johnson.

Audience members are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets for seating. Join us at the Varnum House Museum, 57 Peirce St., East Greenwich, RI on Sunday, June 21!

Friends of Varnum House: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsofvarnumhouse

06/02/2026

Need another bag of delicious coffee? Gaspee Affair Bold is available at these locations:
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Varnum House Museum
General Nathanael Greene Homestead

The Varnum House Museum was proud to host numerous family tours on Memorial Day. Perhaps it was a bad day for a parade, ...
05/27/2026

The Varnum House Museum was proud to host numerous family tours on Memorial Day. Perhaps it was a bad day for a parade, but it was perfect for a museum visit! We were busy all day! We appreciated the great engagement with the kids who learned about 18th-century life, the Revolutionary War, and the accomplishments of General James Mitchell Varnum.

Afterwards, they also enjoyed visiting our Historic Preservation Gardens (once the weather improved...) to see the East Greenwich Liberty Tree; our pollinator garden; the herb, dye, and medicine garden; and our Three Sisters Garden. DONATE TODAY TO KEEP THESE EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES GOING! https://square.link/u/G5xknnRu

During their visit to the Varnum House Museum, these Eldredge Elementary students asked thoughtful questions and connect...
05/24/2026

During their visit to the Varnum House Museum, these Eldredge Elementary students asked thoughtful questions and connected with the people and stories that shaped our community. The Varnum House is more than an old home, it's living history. Want to help keep history alive in our community? DONATE HERE: https://square.link/u/G5xknnRu

VISIT THE VARNUMS ON MEMORIAL DAY! Right after the East Greenwich Memorial Day Parade! We're hosting open house tours at...
05/24/2026

VISIT THE VARNUMS ON MEMORIAL DAY! Right after the East Greenwich Memorial Day Parade! We're hosting open house tours at the Varnum Armory Museum and Varnum House Museum! Located within walking distance of each other, visit to see rare historic artifacts pertaining to both wartime and peacetime in America. FB event links below. These open house events are free, but donations are appreciated!

Varnum Armory Museum Open House:
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Varnum House Museum Open House:
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Visit the Varnum House Museum after the EG Memorial Day Parade! Learn about James Mitchell Varnum, his life in the 18th ...
05/23/2026

Visit the Varnum House Museum after the EG Memorial Day Parade! Learn about James Mitchell Varnum, his life in the 18th century, and as a General in the Revolutionary War! You'll see rare exhibits about life in in early America. Touring the museum during an open house is free, but donations are encouraged.

Seeing Eldredge's 4th graders explore our rooms and exhibits at the Varnum House Museum reminds us why historic preserva...
05/23/2026

Seeing Eldredge's 4th graders explore our rooms and exhibits at the Varnum House Museum reminds us why historic preservation matters. When students step inside a place where history happened, the past becomes real. Every school tour, educational program, and community event connects us to Rhode Island’s rich history, but preserving these spaces takes community support. If you believe local history should be protected, consider supporting the Varnum House Museum with a donation.

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WANT TO SUPPORT STUDENT EXPERIENCES LIKE THIS? Our spring school tours focus on the Varnum House Museum, but in the autu...
05/22/2026

WANT TO SUPPORT STUDENT EXPERIENCES LIKE THIS? Our spring school tours focus on the Varnum House Museum, but in the autumn we're planning student tours that concentrate on the Historic Preservation Gardens with an emphasis on heritage agriculture and science. DONATE TODAY to help us bring more young students to the Varnum House Museum and the Historic Preservation Gardens! Follow this link!

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57 Peirce Street
East Greenwich, RI
02818

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+14018841776

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