Venue Type
Museum / Gallery
Artillery Co of Newport
Newport, RI
Artillery Co of Newport
Venue Type
Museum / Gallery
Contains one of the most extensive collections of historic artifacts. The museum’s most prized items are four 3-pound bronze cannon cast by Paul Revere in his foundry in Boston in 1798 for the State of Rhode Island.
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1 Space
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The Artillery Company of Newport, chartered in 1741 by King George II of Great Britain, is a ceremonial unit of the Rhode Island Militia, Council of Historic Military Commands. They provide cannon salutes, color guards, and honor guards for official state and local ceremonies, as well as privately sponsored patriotic and veterans’ events. With a proud history of over 281 years, the Artillery Company has served with distinction in various wars and conflicts.
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