The year 2026 marks the 350th anniversary of the King Philip’s War that began in today’s Warren, RI, and lasted for 14 months in southern New England from 1675 to 1676. It was the Indigenous people’s final effort to avoid recognizing English authority and to stop English settlement on their native lands. The War was named for the Pokanoket chief known as Philip or King Philip who led the 14-month rebellion. King Philip’s death on August 12, 1676 in today’s Bristol, RI, ultimately ended the war.

In recognition of the anniversary of King Philip’s death, the Sowams Heritage Area, Bristol Historical & Preservation Society, and Mount Hope Farm invite you to a special presentation by the Tribal Historian of the Pokanoket Tribe.

Serving as a follow-up to last year's event marking the start of the war, this presentation will take place at 7:00 p.m. in the Barn at Mt. Hope Farm.

Free and open to the public, but registration is required
Learn More: https://sowamsearlyhistory.org/