Summer Programs
2021
Quonochontaug Historical Society
Summer Events 2023
All events to be held in Quonnie Grange
The Submarine Battle of
Block Island Sound, May 1945
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
7:00 PM
Speaker: Bill Steinman – QHS Archivist
The dramatic tale of the last German sub to prowl U.S. waters in World War II, and the battle that ended with her sinking just off Quonnie’s shores.
Historic Quonnie Virtual
Home Tours
Wednesday, July 26, 2023
7:00 PM
Speakers: Steve Young and Leah Bradshaw – QHS Board Members
Explore the rich 150-year history of the West Beach oceanfront property commonly known as the Nun’s House. We’ll also peek inside Quonnie’s few remaining tiny summer cottages.
Development of the Quonnie Neck
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
7:00 PM
Speaker: Ken Andrew – QHS Board Member
The evolution of the Quonnie Neck, from the early rural farms of the 1800s to the present-day beach associations, water systems, and paved roads.
QHS Annual Meeting
Quonnie Marsh Restoration
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
7:00 PM
Guest Speaker: Wenley Ferguson – Save the Bay
A brief annual meeting will begin at 6:30 pm, immediately followed by the Quonnie Marsh Restoration program. Hear about the recent major efforts to restore and maintain the vital salt marshes in Quonnie and Ninigret Ponds.
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