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Forestdale School – Holiday Shoppe

 

The North Smithfield Heritage Association will hold a Holiday Shoppe and Open House on Saturday, November 16 from 10 am to3 pm at the Forestdale School, 190 School Street.  Visitors can learn from volunteers about this 19th-century, one-room schoolhouse, view local artifacts, and purchase historically themed gift items that include puzzles, Christmas ornaments, books, throws, maps, 2025 calendars, prints and more.   All items highlight the town’s heritage.   

 

Raffle tickets are available for a unique replica bird house modeled on Heritage Hall or a throw depicting several local historic buildings. 

 

Visitors can also subscribe to the free NSHA monthly Newsletter or join the Association and current members can renew dues.  

 

Persons who are unable to visit can shop online at www.nsheritageassn.org. All proceeds benefit local historic preservation activities.

 

Contact the NSHA at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 401-447-6394 for further information. 

 

 

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