The Landing of Roger Williams in 1636 1857

Alonzo Chappel's 1857 painting, "The Landing of Roger Williams in 1636," depicts the arrival of religious leader Roger Williams and his followers to what would become Providence, Rhode Island. The painting captures the initial meeting between Williams and the Native Americans, with the two groups exchanging gifts. The scene, rendered in a historical style common to 19th-century American art, is meant to emphasize the importance of this event in the early development of the United States. The painting emphasizes the role of diplomacy in shaping American history, showcasing the first interactions between the European colonists and indigenous peoples.