From Revolution to Ramparts: Fort Adams Summer Lecture
Description
From Revolution to Ramparts: The Irish in the American Revolution
In partnership with the Museum of Newport Irish History, Fort Adams Trust presents a special public lecture as part of the RI250 commemoration.
Featuring historian Christian McBurney, "From Revolution to Ramparts" explores the critical—and often overlooked—role of Irish and Irish-American individuals in the American Revolution, with a unique focus on Rhode Island and Fort Adams. The program connects Revolutionary-era history with the lived experiences of the laborers, soldiers, and craftsmen who helped shape both the nation and the Fort itself.
Event Details (subject to change)
- Sunday, August 16, 2026
- 4:00 – 7:00pm
- Free event
The evening includes:
- A featured lecture by Christian McBurney
- Live music and reception
- Moderated discussion with historical partners
- Cash bar
- Public Q&A
Set against the backdrop of Fort Adams, this program brings national history to life through a deeply local lens.
This project is supported in part by a grant from the Rhode Island Semiquincentennial Commission (RI250).