Historic New England, in partnership with Saylesville Friends Meeting, will sponsor an event at the Saylesville Meeting House, 374 Great Road, Lincoln, Rhode Island, on Tuesday, October 29, with a lecture at 6 pm and reception at 7 pm. On September 21, 1938, a massive hurricane hit New York and New England, to the surprise of all residents. The Great New England Hurricane, one of the most destructive storms in American history, caused more than six hundred deaths and $400 million in property damages. What made this storm unique? In this illustrated lecture, learn about the impact and aftermath of the Hurricane of 1938 in southern New England. Reception at Arnold House to follow lecture. Free to Historic New England members, $5 for nonmembers. Registration is recommended. Call 617-994-5959.
