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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Providence County, Rhode Island
Providence is the county seat for Providence County
Adjacent to Providence County, Rhode Island
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Union Station
has been listed in the
National Register
of Historic Places
by the United States
Department of the Interior
[Additional plaque on the building:]
Union Station
Architects
Stone, Carpenter & . . . — — Map (db m151638) HM
Honor Courage Duty Loyalty Country Heroism
In honor of those men and women who so gallantly answered the call to serve their nation in World War II The Korean Conflict and in the Vietnam Era. We proudly remember their names . . . — — Map (db m223036) WM
This mosaic was created by more than 10,000 Rhode Island Residents of all ages, races, religion, and cultures. The magnificent artwork you see here is a tribute to loved ones lost, to the heroes of the 9-11-01 tragedy and to our hope for the . . . — — Map (db m56474) WM
Development of the Rhode Island House Plan
1636 - 1800
Early 17th century house plan: one and a half story end chimney house frame, typical one room end chimney plan, and framing details. Studs were not often used in early Rhode Island . . . — — Map (db m151710) HM
These rivers were named by the Narragansett & Wampanoag peoples peoples before Roger Williams came to Rhode Island. Woonasquatucket means "The River Where the Tide Ends". Moshassuck means "The River Where the Moose Water" — — Map (db m222695) HM
"This capstone of our City's Capital Center Project captures all of the richness of Providence's history, the resplendence of its present, and the promise of its future. Waterplace Park, situated on the site of the former Cove Basin that was . . . — — Map (db m223309) HM
In remembrance of the strength, courage and determination of William Gilane—who created opportunity and a lasting legacy of integrity through living his core values—may his spirit never be forgotten.
Born in 1842 in County . . . — — Map (db m151750) HM
The World War I monument stood at a spot 127 feet north of this plaque until 1987, when it was dismantled to make way for the relocated river. In 1995 it was reerected in Memorial Park to the south of here.
Consideration was given in the . . . — — Map (db m151711) HM
This property has been
placed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
by the United States
Department of the Interior
circa 1907 — — Map (db m222475) HM
All Saints'
Memorial Church
has been placed on the
National Register
of
Historic Places
in 1980
by the United States
Department of the Interior — — Map (db m222477) HM
In 1841 and 1842 Rhode Island was in a political upheaval known as the Dorr Rebellion. The upheaval was due to an attempt to establish a written state constitution and to expand the elective franchise. When the state legislature refused to . . . — — Map (db m223058) HM
To Giovanni Da Verrazzano the navigator from Italy who in 1524 crossed the perilous northern Ocean. First to behold the coast of the future United States cast anchor in this bay explore its islands one of which because of its shape he christened . . . — — Map (db m190083) HM
Rhode Island's first and only national office holder as National Orator and National Historian. Order Sons of Italy in America. Dedicated service to the City of Providence for many years. A grateful city, state and country honor the memory of . . . — — Map (db m223061) HM
Giovanni Giuseppe Mattera dreamed of building a legacy in America. In 1908, he left his beloved home of Ischia, Italy, sailing to Ellis Island and settling in the enclave of Federal HIll.
A gifted entrepreneur, Giovanni started out selling . . . — — Map (db m223062) HM
In 1793, John Brown and associates built the first bridge to connect India Point with what is now East Providence. A toll bridge was variously called John Brown's Bridge, India Bridge, and finally Washington Bridge, because of a wooden statue of . . . — — Map (db m151685) HM
Providence Harbor walk at Fox Point & India Point
1. Fox Point and Night Boat Era 1822-1932 Firefly challenges the Stagecoach Era
2. Colonial Wharf at South Water Street: 1910-1942
3. Fox Point Hurricanes Barrier 1961-1966 Construction and . . . — — Map (db m75989) HM
Cape Verdean Immigration to Rhode Island
The Cape Verdean community in Fox Point originated from the Cape Verde Islands, a tiny archipelago lying 240 nautical miles off the coast of West Africa. Uninhabited prior to discovery by the Portuguese . . . — — Map (db m75995) HM
Providence Harbor walk at Fox Point & India Point
1. Fox Point and Night Boat Era 1822-1932 Firefly challenges the Stagecoach Era
2. Colonial Wharf at South Water Street: 1910-1942
3. Fox Point Hurricanes Barrier 1961-1966 Construction and . . . — — Map (db m75992) HM
"What Cheer, Netop?"
Roger Williams Landing, 1636
If you were standing on this spot at any time prior to the late 1870's, you would have been standing (or more likely, swimming) in the Seekonk River. The original shoreline was several . . . — — Map (db m151691) HM
Head of Narrangansett BayGeography and Ecology of the Seekonk and Providence Rivers
The geography and ecology at the confluence of the Seekonk and Providence rivers influenced historic land uses that shaped the modern . . . — — Map (db m222586) HM
Providence River Bridge: Its Design and Construction
Design: The Providence River Bridge is 1,235 feet long and 164 feet wide. Its arch span is 80 feet high and 400 feet long. This structure is a modern day architectural and engineering . . . — — Map (db m151695) HM
Roger Williams, the founder of Rhode Island, was born in London in 1603. After graduating from Cambridge University in 1627, Williams took holy orders in the church of England. In 1630 he emigrated to the New World and settled in the Massachusetts . . . — — Map (db m57585) HM
Providence Harbor walk at Fox Point & India Point
1. Fox Point and Night Boat Era 1822-1932 Firefly challenges the Stagecoach Era.
2. Colonial Wharf at South Water Street: 1910-1942
3. Fox Point Hurricanes Barrier 1961-1966 Construction and . . . — — Map (db m75988) HM
To the memory of
Roger Williams
The Apostle of Soul Liberty
Founder of the
State of Rhode Island
and
Providence Plantations
Below this spot
then at the waters edge
stood the rock
on which
according to tradition . . . — — Map (db m151690) HM
Tockwotton and the Indiamen
The close of the War of Independence in 1783 found the local economy dominated by maritime trade. Wharves along South Water Street became overcrowded with merchant ships, as depicted in the 1800s scene above. In . . . — — Map (db m151689) HM
Welcome to India Point Park
In 1962, Mary Elizabeth Sharpe wrote of her vision for a park at the head of Narragansett Bay. Her passion for landscape allowed her to see beyond the abused and neglected waterfront. She shared her thoughts in a . . . — — Map (db m75991) HM
West Bank / East BankFox Point / India Point and Watchemoket Square
The Washington Bridge connects the historic neighborhoods of Fox Point/India Point in Providence and Watchemoket Square in East Providence. Since 1793, . . . — — Map (db m222549) HM
PHA
Dedicated To Our Founder
Prince Hall
First Grand Master
Free and Accepted Masons
Patriot Soldier Teacher
Sept. 1748 - Dec. 1807 — — Map (db m57580) HM
Hiram Lodge No.3 of the Prince Hall Masons was founded in 1797. It is the second oldest lodge in Masonic history. The Masonic order has played an invaluable role in the development of Afro-American moral values. Social skills and leadership . . . — — Map (db m57579) HM
The Woonasquatucket River is one of the fourteen federally designated American Heritage Rivers. From its headwaters in North Smithfield, it flows to Providence where it creates Waterplace Park, and then joins other rivers to form the upper part of . . . — — Map (db m57577) HM
Once on the brink of extinction, bald eagle populations have historically been threatened by exposure to the pesticide DDT, urban development and hunting.
Thankfully story doesn't end there!
Due to the conservation efforts of people . . . — — Map (db m222421) HM
These tiny beetles play a huge role in keeping the environment clean by recycling dead animals. They are a federally listed endangered species.
In less than 100 years, they have disappeared from 90% of their original range . . . — — Map (db m222364) HM
Related to: Dromedary camels, alpacas, and llamas
Diet: Omnivore grasses and dry, thorny plants; in extreme cases will feed on carcasses
Social Structure: Groups
Population status: Critically . . . — — Map (db m222391) HM
In the 1890s, free open air concerts were the pastime of choice. Financed by the Union Railroad Company and park concessionaires, attendees had the opportunity to hear famous bands and orchestras like the local Reeves American Band. The . . . — — Map (db m222445) HM
Built in 1773, the one-and-a-half-story, five-room, gambrel-roofed cottage sits on part of the land originally deeded to Rhode Island's founder, Roger Williams, by the Narrangansett sachems Miantonomi and Canonicus.
It was built for James . . . — — Map (db m222437) HM
The magnificent Betsey Williams Sycamore is a beloved icon of Roger Williams Park, and the most famous tree in Rhode Island. It is estimated to be about 250 years old, planted shortly after the cottage was built in 1773.
The American . . . — — Map (db m222440) HM
From the naturalized landscape that designer Horace W.S. Cleveland inspired to display gardens and chrysanthemum shows that sprouted over the years, visitors could always find a plant of interest in the Park. The Park historically housed several . . . — — Map (db m222470) HM
Brigadier General Casimir Pulaski
Soldier of Liberty
American Revolutionary Hero
1747-1779
This monument was erected by the Brigadier General Casimir Pulaski Bi-Centennial memorial committee of Rhode Island in memory of Casimir Pulaski. A . . . — — Map (db m57674) HM WM
Carousels have contributed to the park's whimsy since 1897, when one was built across the street next to the Dalrymple Boathouse (the stairs are still there!). The Victorian carousel had a steel frame, corrugated iron roof, stained glass windows, . . . — — Map (db m222458) HM
Providing recreational space to city residents is an urban park's main purpose. However, in the late 1870s, this park was far from the city center. In response, the Union Rail Company established lines to the park and in 1877 built the What Cheer . . . — — Map (db m222443) HM
In 1896, philanthropist Clark Dalrymple funded the construction of this Queen Anne style boathouse designed by the Providence firm Martin and Hall. The building's style is typical of pavilions and boathouses at seaside and lake resorts across the . . . — — Map (db m222461) HM
Dedicated to
Nancy Laudati Derrig,
the first woman Parks Superintendent in Providence from 1985 until 2004.
Nancy was a visionary who led the dramatic revitalization of America's third oldest zoo. During her tenure, Roger Williams Park . . . — — Map (db m222304) HM
7-year-old Addie interviews farmer Eli of Little Rhody Farms in Foster:
Why did you get into egg farming?
My father came to the United States from Poland when rural land was affordable. He bought some land and started a chicken farm. I . . . — — Map (db m222431) HM
8-year-old Chase interviews farmer Adam of Florence & Manton Farm in Providence:
How did you start farming in the city?
I wanted land that I could bike to easily. I took note of all the empty lots and looked for places that already had . . . — — Map (db m222433) HM
These small, beautiful butterflies help pollinate many fruits, berries, and flowers. They are a federally listed endangered species.
They lay their eggs and their young feed only on the wild lupine plant. (Lupinus . . . — — Map (db m222362) HM
At least seven ice ages have chilled the earth over the last 1.6 million years. With each cooling, popular ice caps grow, ocean levels fall, and new habitats are created. When the planet warms, the oceans rise again, relocating and isolating . . . — — Map (db m222377) HM
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:
Originally, the Masai giraffe lived throughout Africa. However, due to deforestation and habitat loss, they are only found in the savannahs of Kenya, Ethiopia, Somalia and Tanzania.
Range:
The savannahs of eastern Africa. . . . — — Map (db m222356) HM
Originally, the Masai giraffe lived throughout Africa. However, due to deforestation and habitat loss, they are only found in the savannahs of Kenya, Ethiopia, Somalia and Tanzania.
Range:
The savannahs of eastern Africa. . . . — — Map (db m222359) HM
1890
Construction begins on the Menagerie, the first major holding area for the Zoo's animal collection, with a budget of $10,000.
1891
The Menagerie opens.
1892
An additional $2,000 is awarded to add holding areas for . . . — — Map (db m222395) HM
In the early days of Roger Williams Park many animals, like monkeys, were located in habitats throughout the park's landscape. During the warm months you would see the agile members of Monkey Island feasting on peanuts and popcorn thrown to them . . . — — Map (db m222471) HM
With its yellow brick facade, French Chateau style, and a location on the highest part of the Park's landscape, this building is home to Rhode Island's only natural history museum. Designed by the Providence firm Martin and Hall and built in . . . — — Map (db m222434) HM
Purple loosestrife is pretty but it's a killer.
It's a non-native, invasive species that out-competes native plants in wetland and ponds. It chokes out native flora vital to the survival of many native animal species.
. . . — — Map (db m222371) HM
There are now over 40 facilities nationwide that continue to support the captive breeding of red wolves, including Roger Williams Park Zoo. Additionally, wolves have been successfully reintroduced to the wild and are establishing territory along . . . — — Map (db m222427) HM
Red wolves are a genetically distinct species, unique to North America. They are an important carnivore in the food chain.
Before 1900 red wolves covered much of the U.S. east of the Mississippi. By 1980 they were extinct in . . . — — Map (db m222366) HM
This area, known as the Seal House and Seal Pool, was built in 1938 when there was momentum to have animals located throughout the Park. However, those names do not reflect the actual occupants of this areasea lions.
Both sea lions and . . . — — Map (db m222453) HM
Starting in 1872, there was a small collection of animals and birds in the Park. By the 1900s, the collection grew to 47 species! Some species were housed in the Menagerie building, which is located in today's zoo. Others, like bison, bear, and . . . — — Map (db m222449) HM
1891
The Barn is constructed and houses a variety of animals, including the Park's work animals.
1975
The rear of the Barn is used as a holding area for the Providence Police Department's police dogs.
1986
The Barn is . . . — — Map (db m222360) HM
1849
A fire razes the mansion home of Anna Jenkins. According to legend, the family dog, a mastiff named "Black Prince", raises the alarm and saves Anna and her brother.
1851
The Sentinel is designed by Thomas F. . . . — — Map (db m222380) HM
Did you know that many people who live near red river hogs actually consider them a nuisance?
Humans, by changing the land, are partially responsible for the consumption of crops by the red river hog.
This is another example of how the . . . — — Map (db m222302) HM
SSP stands for "Species Survival Plan". In 1981 the AZA (Association of Zoos & Aquariums) started the SSP program in an effort to address the dwindling captive populations of some species. AZA zoos and aquariums work cooperatively to . . . — — Map (db m222373) HM
This historic congregation was a leader in the anti-slavery movement. Emancipation day celebration and served as a station on the Underground Railroad — — Map (db m57753) HM
to
Gugliemo Marconi
Father of
Wireless Telegraphy
A grateful generation erects this monument in thanksgiving for the wondrous gift of aerial communication which has enriched commerce and industry. Fostered the arts and sciences. . . . — — Map (db m57581) HM
In memory of two Haitian Freedom Fighters born into slavery, Toussaint Louverture and Jean-Jacques Dessalines symbolized those who fought for the liberation of Saint Dominque from its colonial bonds between 1791-1804. Armed with the conviction that . . . — — Map (db m57583) HM
First tabernacle
1905
This edifice erected 1965
by
Rabbi Levi S. Plummer
Renaissance man - Humanitarian - Spiritual guide
Builder — — Map (db m223073) HM
These bocce courts and chess tables have been made possible by a generous gift from the Jeffrey Family in honor of
Bob and Gilda Jeffrey
A true neighborhood force, Gilda did much to help others and improve the neighborhood for all of us . . . — — Map (db m223065) HM
The 14th Regiment
In the summer of 1863, nearly 1,800 African-American recruits from Rhode Island and around the country set up "Camp Fremont" on the Dexter Training Ground, serving the nucleus of the Fourteenth Rhode Island Heavy . . . — — Map (db m223067) HM
Presented to the citizens of Providence, by Henry C. Clark, Esq., in honor of Ebenezer Knight Dexter, who gave his property for the benefit of the public and the homeless.
Leaving nothing but a headstone to mark our passage . . . — — Map (db m223071) HM
In honor of Master Gunnery Sergeant
Henry E. Bucci Memorial Square
Veteran of First and Second World Wars
Native of Providence born February 28, 1987
Killed in Action August 9, 1942
aboard the U.S.S. Vincennes at Guadalcanal
26 years . . . — — Map (db m222476) WM
Has been designated a National Historic Landmark
This site possesses national significance in commemorating the history of the United States of America
1987
National Park Service
United States Department of the Interior — — Map (db m59284) HM
The area of todays City of East Providence was inhabited by the Pokanoket Tribe, later known as the Wampanoag, for over 10,000 years. In 1621, the Massasoit Ousamequin entered into a mutual protection agreement with the English settlers in . . . — — Map (db m207459) HM
On This Location 5 August 1943 Three Servicemen Perished in an Aircraft Accident
2LT Otis R. Portwig - Richmond VA
TSGT Herbert D. Booth - Rahway NJ
2LT Saul Winsten - Pawtucket RI — — Map (db m73011) HM WM
Abraham Lincoln 16th US President: 1860-1865
Born February 12, 1809 in a log cabin in Hardin, Kentucky (now Larue, Kentucky).
On March 8, 1860, Edward Harris, Woonsocket's most prominent industrialist, abolitionist, and philanthropist . . . — — Map (db m197173) HM
In Honor of
The Employees of
Woonsocket Rubber Company
Alice Mill
Who at the Call Of Their Country
Laid Aside Their Vocations and Entered
The Service to Fight in the Great War
For World-Wide Liberty
1917-1919
James H. Aldred · Rene . . . — — Map (db m196878) WM
Battle of Britain July - October 1940 With the fall of France and the miraculous evacuation by sea of 338,000 British and Allied soldiers from the beaches of Dunkirk in early June 1940, England stood alone and faced Hitler's plan (Operation Sea . . . — — Map (db m197272) HM WM
Battle of Midway June 1942 After a stalemate against the United States Navy in the Coral Sea in May 1942, the Imperial Japanese Navy turned its attention to a campaign to seize Midway Atoll in the central Pacific. Control of Midway - only 1,500 . . . — — Map (db m197275) HM WM
Battle of Stalingrad August 1942 - February 1943 On June 22, 1941 Adolf Hitler turned on his former ally-of-convenience, Josef Stalin and invaded Russia (Operation Barbarossa). German forces were organized into three major thrusts in the north, . . . — — Map (db m197277) HM WM
Battle of the Atlantic September 1939 - May 1945 The Battle of the Atlantic lasted the entire duration of World War II in Europe. It was the desperate struggle by the Allies to organize, man and succeed in convoy operations from North America to . . . — — Map (db m197271) HM WM
Called "the greatest American battle of the war" by British Prime Minister Sir Winston Churchill, the Battle of the Bulge began on December 16, 1944 when German forces attacked American front lines through the thickly wooded Ardennes forest in . . . — — Map (db m197279) HM WM
The Bernon Worsted Mill was established in 1919 by Charles Augustus Proulx. Here French-Canadian workers manufactured French Process fine worsted yarns.
The Bernon Worsted Mill embodies the distinctive characteristics of early . . . — — Map (db m196828) HM
