Mansion Built by General James Mitchell Varnum It was 1773 when James Mitchell Varnum purchased a large plot of land overlooking Greenwich Bay in East Greenwich, RI, for the sum of $90. Varnum, a … Former home of General James Mitchell Varnum

Preserving and Sharing Rhode Island History
The Varnum Continentals are excited to work with the Rhode Island Foundation, Rhode Island … Continue Reading
The Varnum House Museum will be open to the public for the 2022 tour season on Sundays from 1:00 PM … Continue Reading
If you weren't able to watch the PBS documentary "A Stitch in Time" on it's original May 29 air … Continue Reading
There are few military exercises as thrilling as the charge of a cavalry unit, sabers flashing as … Continue Reading
Mansion Built by General James Mitchell Varnum It was 1773 when James Mitchell Varnum purchased a large plot of land overlooking Greenwich Bay in East Greenwich, RI, for the sum of $90. Varnum, a … Former home of General James Mitchell Varnum
In 1913, just six years after their formation, the Varnum Continentals began construction of a medieval-style armory at the corner of Main and Division Streets in East Greenwich, RI. In the mid … One of New England's most impressive military museums!
VARNUM MEMORIAL ARMORY(Indoor Events ONLY) 6 Main Street, East Greenwich, RI, 02818 || Google Maps || Get directions Our large function hall (40 feet by 110 feet) can accommodate events … Rent our facilities for your next event!
The Varnum Memorial Armory Museum is open for tours! Please fill out the form below to inquire about a tour at the Armory. Contact Our Museums Varnum House Museum 57 Peirce St., East. … Book a tour at one or both of our museums!
The Varnum Continentals are committed to the preservation of the historic heritage of our community, our state, and our nation. Please take a virtual tour of our museums to learn more about our mission to encourage patriotism. You can participate with us through active membership and/or philanthropic support in our non-profit organization. Donations are tax deductible to the full extent allowed by law. Museum tours are welcomed and our facilities may be rented for suitable events.
The Varnum Continentals are committed to encourage patriotism through the Varnum Armory Museum, the Continental Militia, and the James Mitchell Varnum House and thus to preserve, support, and communicate the military history of our community, our state, and our nation.