Varnum Armory Museum

Varnum Armory Museum The armory contains an extensive military museum focusing on RI history. There are ample rentable fa

There are ample rentable facilities for private and public functions.

The Varnum Armory Museum welcomes Emily, a recent graduate of Salve Regina University's Historic Preservation and Conser...
05/25/2026

The Varnum Armory Museum welcomes Emily, a recent graduate of Salve Regina University's Historic Preservation and Conservation program. She's working with us on a challenging textile conservation project for the Newport Elks Club. Visit our open house tomorrow, May 25, from 11 AM to 3 PM.
MEMORIAL DAY OPEN HOUSE! Tour the Varnum Armory Museum

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:
https://www.facebook.com/share/1AyhhLB8FX/

Varnum House Museum Open House:
https://www.facebook.com/share/188DAbPFvc/

Lots of school kids at the Varnum Armory Museum yesterday. Our intern, Jack, did a great job keeping up with all their q...
05/21/2026

Lots of school kids at the Varnum Armory Museum yesterday. Our intern, Jack, did a great job keeping up with all their questions. The kids also learned about the oldest flag in America.

Here's an update on the creation of 1st Rhode Island Cavalryman Lyman Aylesworth in 1/6th scale. The artist is weatherin...
05/11/2026

Here's an update on the creation of 1st Rhode Island Cavalryman Lyman Aylesworth in 1/6th scale. The artist is weathering the cloth uniform and figure. The detail is amazing! We can't wait for this to arrive at the Varnum Armory Museum!

NBC 10 WJAR visited the Varnum Armory Museum!
05/08/2026

NBC 10 WJAR visited the Varnum Armory Museum!

The Varnum Armory Museum hosted the Rhode Island Sons of the American Revolution yesterday!
04/26/2026

The Varnum Armory Museum hosted the Rhode Island Sons of the American Revolution yesterday!

VISIT THE VARNUMS ON SUNDAY, April 26 for open house tours at the Varnum Armory Museum and Varnum House Museum! Located ...
04/25/2026

VISIT THE VARNUMS ON SUNDAY, April 26 for 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:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1952948239429466

Varnum House Museum Open House:
https://www.facebook.com/events/4402498786701804

At the Varnum Armory Museum, we finished the signage for our exhibit on Lt. Col. Patrick Gallogly USMC (retired) of East...
04/17/2026

At the Varnum Armory Museum, we finished the signage for our exhibit on Lt. Col. Patrick Gallogly USMC (retired) of East Greenwich, RI.

VISIT THE VARNUMS TODAY for open house tours at the Varnum Armory Museum and Varnum House Museum! Located within walking...
04/12/2026

VISIT THE VARNUMS TODAY for 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:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1573934487043224

Varnum House Museum Open House:
https://www.facebook.com/events/2597401110654304

At the Varnum Armory Museum, volunteer and Varnum Continentals trustee Richard August is almost finished restoring this ...
04/05/2026

At the Varnum Armory Museum, volunteer and Varnum Continentals trustee Richard August is almost finished restoring this early 1900s plaster figure of a Providence First Light Infantryman. We'll share before and after photos!

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6 Main Street
East Greenwich, RI
02818

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