United States Semiquincentennial
Westerly 250th Commission for the Semiquincentennial Mission
MISSION
The mission of the Westerly 250th Commission for the semiquincentennial is to ensure the observance of the semiquincentennial of the American Revolution and approppriately recognize the experiences and points of view of all people affected by the events before, during, and after this historic event; to provide an opportunity to refelct on the role of the State of Rhode Island in the many significant events that inspired the birth of our country from a diversity of perspectives; and encourage civic, historical and educational participation within the Town of Westerly.
This project is supported in part by a grant from the Rhode Island Semiquincentennial Commission (RI250)
The Independence Ball
The Westerly 250th Commission for the Semi Quincentennial is pleased to announce that tickets are on sale for the Independence Ball, an evening of dinner and entertainment to be held on Saturday, March 21st from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the historic Westerly Armory.
The Independence Ball, one of a large number of events being planned by the Commmission for the 250th anniversary of American Independence, will feature a catered buffet dinner and live entertainment provided by the musical group Bajost. The ensemble will provide music on period instruments together with a "caller" for a New England Country Dance, in which attendees of all ages may participate, to experience a dance as it would have been in colonial/early America.
The event will also feature a display of regional colonial flags, banners of the national and local Revolutionary War leaders, and reenactors from a colonial militia unit.
All are welcome. See you there !
Ticket are available for purchase on Eventbrite
Calendar of Events
TIME CAPSULE PROJECT
How to Participate
1. Write your letter (typed or handwritten) and include a family photo, a personal photo, a photo with your friends, a photo of your favorite pet, a photo of your favorite hangout in Westerly.
2. Place the letter and photos in a sealed envelope labeled
“Westerly Time Capsule 2026.”
Westerly Town Hall
45 Broad Street, Westerly, RI 02891
ATTN: 250th committee
or
3. Email your stories and photos to Westerly250th@westerlyri.gov
or
4. Click on this link to submit your letters and photos 250th Time Capsule Letter Fillable Form
Click on this link for more information : Time Capsule Informational Flyer