Oakland Mill

The Glocester Heritage Society, established in 1967, is dedicated to preserving and promoting the historical, educational, and cultural heritage of Glocester, Rhode Island. Headquartered at the historic Job Armstrong Store in Chepachet, the Society engages the community through various events, exhibits, and volunteer opportunities, highlighting the town's rich history and identity. With a focus on restoration and education, the Society has successfully organized numerous initiatives, including the preservation of historic cemeteries and the cultivation of medicinal gardens. Their commitment to community involvement is evident through volunteer efforts and events that celebrate local artisans and craftspeople, fostering a vibrant connection to Glocester's past. Generated from the website

Friendship Lodge, located in Chepachet, RI, is recognized as the first freshwater lodge in the state and potentially the first in the country, established to serve Masons in the northwestern corner of Rhode Island who lacked a convenient meeting place. Founded in 1800, it was created by a group of local men seeking to formalize their own lodge away from the coastal lodges that previously dominated the region. The lodge meets monthly, traditionally aligned with the full moon, except during July and August, and is dedicated to fostering fraternity and community service. Friendship Lodge commemorates its rich history and ongoing commitment to the community with events such as the upcoming 225-year dedication ceremony. Generated from the website