Gaspee Days
2011 Calendar
of Events
In June of 1772 brave colonists from Rhode Island burned the British revenue schooner,
HMS Gaspee, in what has become recognized as the first overt action leading to the
American Revolutionary War.

For the past 46 years the village of  Pawtuxet, RI
has commemorated this act with our annual
Gaspee Days Celebration.
Please join us as we celebrate America's
'First Blow for Freedom.'  TM


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2011 Gaspee Days Events in Next Order
Gaspee Days Committee Installation of Officers and Directors
Friday, September 10th at 7 pm
Marchetti's Restaurant
1463 Park Avenue
Cranston, RI
Taste of Lemongrass Fundraiser
Monday, TBA at 6 pm
Lemongrass
1138 Post Road, Warwick, RI
  • 15 courses of Asian delicacies and entrees
  • Better bring a bigger belt!
  • Tickets will be available through:
Gaspee Days Wine & Cheeze on the Bay
TBA
Tickets: available through:
  • Come pig out with the Krewe de Gaspee, and yet more neighborhood camaraderie overlooking Narragansett Bay, in a fundraiser for the Gaspee Days Committee
  • Fabulous food--Fabulous festivities--Fabulous friends
Gaspee Days Tag & Bake Sale
Saturday, TBA
Rain Date, Sunday, TBA
 Aspray Boat House, Pawtuxet Village, RI
  • An assortment of scrumptiously-stale left-overs from area attics combined with
    delicious freshly-baked goods from our ovens. 
  • Furniture, household goods, books and electronics in good condition (no clothes).
  • Good quality donations accepted the preceding Friday  4 pm to 7 pm
  • All proceeds go to support the many community programs of the Gaspee Days Committee
Gaspee Days Essay Contest
Deadline: May 1st, 2011
  • Our local students vie for fame, honor, and cash!
  • More Info
Gaspee Days State Proclamation Ceremony
Thursday, May 5th, 2010 at 3:15 PM
 Rhode Island State House, Providence, RI
  • Our, Ahem,.....OFFICIAL recognition.
  • We'll indict a descendant of a Gaspee raider for crimes against King George III
Gaspee Days Pawtuxet Village Proclamation Ceremony
TBA at 12 pm
Rain Date: TBA at 12 pm
At the Pawtuxet Park Gazebo, Warwick,  RI
  • Come shmooze with our local dignitaries for some festive "where as"-es and "therefore"-s
  • Immediately followed by the Walk Through Historic Pawtuxet Village
Walk Through Historic Pawtuxet Village
TBA
Rain Date:  TBA
  • Our local schoolchildren dress up in Colonial style to give tours of
    the historic homes and sites within Pawtuxet Village
  • Presented by the Wyman Elementary School PTA
2011 Memorial Day Weekend Gaspee Days Arts & Crafts Festival: May 28th, 29th, 30th
Gaspee Days Arts & Crafts Festival
Memorial Day Weekend: May 28, 29, & 30,  2011
Starting each day at 10 am to 5 pm
Narragansett Parkway, Pawtuxet Village, Warwick
The annual Arts and Crafts Festival attracts approximately 50,000 people a day for three days browsing and
purchasing the wares of the 150-200 craft exhibitors along Narragansett Parkway in Warwick. All while this is going on, there is a professional food court, free family music and entertainment located in Pawtuxet Park.     The proceeds of the annual Arts and Crafts Festival benefit the running of the Gaspee Days Parade.
Gaspee Days Raffle
To Be Drawn at SUNDAY in the PARK, June 12th
The Gaspee Days Committee gratefully acknowledges the support of the community
businesses who have generously supported our activities. Please patronize them!
$1.00 Each................... 6 for $5.00
Gaspee Days Arts & Crafts Festival Block Party Fundraiser
Saturday May 28th from 6 to 11 pm
Aspray Boat House and Patio, Pawtuxet Park, Warwick, RI
Entry fee $5
You must show proof of being 21 years of age to enter, and police WILL be in attendance
  • Come on in and enjoy the beer, music, and neighborhood camaraderie alongside Pawtuxet Cove,
  • in this fundraiser for the Gaspee Days Committee
  • Music by TBA
2011 Gaspee Days Weekend: June 10-12
Gaspee Days Colonial Encampment
Friday Night,  June 10th
All Day, Saturday, June 11th
Sunday Morning, June 12th
Pawtuxet Park, Narragansett Parkway, Warwick 
  • Our Encampment gives visitors a feel for colonial military life.
  • Dozens of Militia camp out for the weekend in authentic Revolutionary style.
  • Hosted by the Pawtuxet Rangers, RIM.
Gaspee Days Fireworks Extravaganza
Pending funding approval
Salter's Grove Park, Narragansett Parkway, Warwick
Courtesy of the City of Warwick Department of Tourism, Culture, and Development
  • A recreation, of sorts, of the fireworks that went off when the ship's powder magazine blew up
    after we burned the Gaspee in 1772.
Gaspee Days Ecumenical Service
Saturday, June 11th at 8:00 am
Trinity Episcopal Church, 139 Ocean Avenue, Cranston
  • Non-denominational service with music by the West Bay Chorus
  • "An outstanding tribute to the faith of America"
Allan & Edna Brown 5K Gaspee Days Road Race
Saturday, June 11th  at 9:45 am
Broad Street, Cranston to Narragansett Parkway, Warwick and return.
  • One of the great runs in New England, as participants compete in front of  the crowds assembled for the   Gaspee Days Parade which follows.
  • Click Here for Details
46th Annual Gaspee Days Parade
Saturday, June 11th at 10:00 am
Along Narragansett Parkway, Warwick into Broad Street, Cranston
Gaspee Regatta Pre-Race Festivities
Saturday, June 11th at 1 pm to 9 pm
RI Yacht Club
1 Ocean Avenue, Cranston
  • Aprés-Parade party for crews and family of participants in the RI Yacht Club Gaspee Regatta.
  • Hosted and sponsored by the RI Yacht Club
  • More info
Gaspee Regatta Sailboat Race
Sunday, June 12th at 12 noon
RI Yacht Club
1 Ocean Avenue, Cranston
  • RI Yacht Club sanctioned sailboat race to Prudence Island and return
  • Boats that run aground on Gaspee Point will be attacked and burned!
  • Hosted and sponsored by the RI Yacht Club.
  • More info
Gaspee Days Sunday in the Park
Sunday, June 12th 11 am to 3 pm
Pawtuxet Park, Narragansett Parkway, Warwick
  • Music by TBA  12:30 to 3 pm
  • Food available or bring your own pic-a-nic basket
Childrens' Colonial Encampment Fun
Sunday, June 12th at 11 am
Pawtuxet Park, Narragansett Parkway, Warwick
  • Children are given staged tours through our Colonial Encampment.  Colonial attire encouraged
  • Colonial life and cooking demos
  • Colonial fun and games
  • See friendly pirates and Royal Navy press crews in action.
Military Maneuvers & Uniform Fashion Show
Sunday,  June 12th at  3 pm
Pawtuxet Park, Narragansett Parkway, Warwick 
  • Those pesky Redcoats and the Patriots
  • Preceded by the Revolutionary War era uniform fashion show
    • wherein our Colonial Combatants strut their stuff on the boardwalk.
The Burning of the Gaspee
Sunday, June 12th at 4 pm
Pawtuxet Park Cove, Narragansett Parkway, Warwick
  • Ending the Gaspee Days Festivities, the symbolic burning of the ship that sparked the American Revolution.
Other Gaspee Days Info:
Directions:
  • From the South:   I-95 Northbound take Exit 14--Route 37 (Warwick) to Post Road-North.
    Follow Post Road (Route 1A) 3 miles to Pawtuxet Village.
  • From the North:  I-95 Southbound take Exit 16--Route 12 to Park Avenue-East.
    Follow 1.2 miles straight through to Broad St. and take a right to Pawtuxet Village.
  • From the West:  1-295 take Route 37 East (Warwick) to Post Road-North.
    Follow Post Road  (Route 1A) 3 miles to Pawtuxet Village.
  • Go to Maps of All Gaspee Days Events
Parking:
  • Warwick: Pilgrim Senior Center, Pilgrim High School, and Wyman Elementary School,
  • Cranston: William Hall Library
  • Handicapped Parking for Arts & Crafts Festival (only) is at Narragansett Parkway & Canonchet Avenue
Lodging:
If you require overnight accommodations, please visit:
The Aspray Boat House
The Aspray Boat House serves as a community focal point for Pawtuxet Village, and is available for several area  non-profit agencies, including the Gaspee Days Committee, Pawtuxet Village Association, etc., as well as serving as a Warwick Ward 1 polling station, and meeting and resource area for other neighborhood groups.  To offset operating costs it is also available for rental by the public on a time-available basis.
Gaspee Logo Sales Items
Check out our new stock of deriguer fashions and assorted paraphernalia all embroidered with the Gaspee seal.
All profits, of course, go to the Gaspee Days Committee to support our Parade! Some items may be limited in supply or sold out.
Why we do all of this... The Story of the Burning of the Gaspee
For More Information About Any Gaspee Days Event...
  • Please call: (401) 781-1772 or visit our website often at: gaspee.COM
  • For more information about the history of the Gaspee Affair, please visit our sister website at:  gaspee.ORG
  • Experience the essence of Colonial Rhode Island by visiting Pawtuxet Village at: Pawtuxet.com
Gaspee Days CommitteeGaspee Days CommitteePresented by the Gaspee Days Committee
Dr. John Concannon, President
P.O. Box 1772, Pilgrim Station
Warwick, Rhode Island 02888-8883
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