The John Brown House Museum, operated by the Rhode Island Historical Society, offers an in-depth look at 18th- and 19th-century life, commerce, and politics through period architecture, furnishings, artwork, and curated exhibits. Visitors encounter Rhode Island’s connections to the American Revolution as well as its participation in slavery and the slave trade, explore large-format wall maps, and see a fully restored 18th-century carriage associated with George Washington. Rotating and permanent exhibits, including From Forest to Foyer: Rhode Island and Mahogany in the 18th Century, are complemented by knowledgeable staff, guided tours, and seasonal walking tours that illuminate local history and the neighborhood’s past.