South Elmwood in Providence in Providence County, Rhode Island — The American Northeast (New England)
Marco Polo's Adventure Trek
Marco Polo, Italian explorer, traveled to lands where few Europeans had ever been. On his long journey, he saw animals living in extreme conditions and diverse habitats including:
⛰️ Mountains • 🏜️ Deserts • 🌊 Seas
Follow in Marco Polo's footsteps and learn about the amazing animals that live in the regions he explored.
Erected by Roger Williams Park Zoo.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Exploration. A significant historical year for this entry is 1271.
Location. 41° 47.206′ N, 71° 25.04′ W. Marker is in Providence, Rhode Island, in Providence County. It is in South Elmwood. Marker can be reached from FC Greene Memorial Boulevard south of Hawthorne Avenue, on the right when traveling south. The marker stands on the grounds of Roger Williams Park Zoo. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence RI 02907, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Bactrian Camel (a few steps from this marker); The Sentinel (a few steps from this marker); Menagerie (within shouting distance of this marker); Bald Eagle (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Golden Eagle
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Additional keywords. Medieval history
Credits. This page was last revised on May 7, 2023. It was originally submitted on May 7, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 52 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 7, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
