College Hill in Providence in Providence County, Rhode Island — The American Northeast (New England)
University Hall
19 Prospect Street
Under the provisions of the Historic sites act of August 21 1935
This site possess exceptional value in commemorating and illustrating the history of the united states of America
US Department of interiors
National Park Services
1963
Erected 1963.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education. In addition, it is included in the National Historic Landmarks series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1935.
Location. 41° 49.579′ N, 71° 24.235′ W. Marker is in Providence, Rhode Island, in Providence County. It is in College Hill. Marker is on Prospect St. Marker is on the campus of Brown University. Facing the front of the building the marker is on the far left side. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 19 Prospect St, Providence RI 02906, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Brown University Slave Trade Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Hope College (within shouting distance of this marker); The First Official Residence of the President of Brown University (within shouting distance of this marker); The Brown Bear (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Horace Mann (about 400 feet away); Stephen Hopkins (about 800 feet away); Congdon Street Baptist Church (approx. 0.2 miles away); Rochambeau's Army in Rhode Island (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Providence.
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