Sir Henry Vane 1613-1662; Discovering an Extraordinary Life and Legacy

Aldrich House, 110 Benevolent Street. Join Raby Castle curator Julie Biddlecombe-Brown as she puts the almost-forgotten figure of Sir Henry Vane into context, a man who briefly served as an early Governor of Massachusetts Bay. As Governor, he developed friendships with the Hutchinsons, the Dyers, and Roger Williams, who later described him as "an Instrument of God" for procuring and confirming the Rhode Island Charter. His radical beliefs, however, put him at odds with King Charles II, who had Vane executed in 1662. Biddlecombe-Brown will explore his life and legacy in Old, and New England. Free; registration required. (401) 331-8575; programs@rihs.org; www.rihs.org.