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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence is the county seat for Providence County
Providence is in Providence County
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On Washington Street just south of Greene Street, on the right when traveling north.
Established 10 April 1821 at Westminster and Union Streets.
Third Sanctuary dedicated, 20 November 1872.
Founding member, Rhode Island State Council of Churches, 1937.
Organizing member, Providence Intown Churches Association, 1974. . . . — — Map (db m151643) HM
On Fountain Street at Mathewson Street, on the right when traveling north on Fountain Street.
At the turn of the century, the area around Mathewson Street was the core of Providence's entertainment district. By 1916, Providence had as many as sixteen theaters.
The site next to Grace Church marked the changes. The Nickel theater known as . . . — — Map (db m56464) HM
On Custom House Street east of Dyer Street, on the left when traveling east.
When we secured our most high-profile location yet for our mural program, we wanted an equally high-profile artist to paint it. Baltimore-based Gaia is an internationally renowned street artist who has created large-scale works in cities around the . . . — — Map (db m223019) HM
On Francis Street at Avenue of the Arts, on the right when traveling north on Francis Street.
Dedicated to Rhode Island service members who made the ultimate sacrifice during operations in support of the Global War on Terrorism since September 11, 2001
Sgt. Gregory A. Belanger, Army Reserve
SSg. Joseph Camara, Army National . . . — — Map (db m222488) WM
On Canal Street (U.S. 44), on the left when traveling south. Reported permanently removed.
Roger Williams died in Providence early in 1683, and was buried with a simple ceremony behind his home, near today's intersection of Benefit St. and Bowen St. Remains at the site were exhumed in 1860 and removed to the Old North Burying Ground. In . . . — — Map (db m56154) HM
On Weybosset Street south of Post Office Court, on the left when traveling north.
Originally the U.S. Custom House
Constructed 1856
Ammi B. Young, Architect
Entered on the National Register of Historic Places, April 13, 1972. This property makes a significant architectural contribution to the nation's cultural . . . — — Map (db m222616) HM
On Canal Street, on the right when traveling south.
If this were the year 1828 you could climb aboard the barge Lady Carrington and travel by water all the way to Worcester.
It was October 8, 1828 and the Blackstone Canal had opened for passenger and cargo service between Providence and Worcester. . . . — — Map (db m56470) HM
On Kennedy Plaza at Exchange Street on Kennedy Plaza.
Lionel Smit's Morphous is an exploration of hybrid identity and its ever-changing nature within South Africa's social landscape and evokes a question of time, of past and future, and the balance point at which his country found itself at the . . . — — Map (db m222294) HM
On Westminster Street at Memorial Boulevard (U.S. 44), on the right when traveling west on Westminster Street. Reported damaged.
During the early history of Providence, hurricanes were known as gales. The first recorded gale occurred on the night of October 24, 1761. A hard gale brought the highest tide into the harbor of Providence that had been known in the memory of man . . . — — Map (db m151702) HM
On Exchange Terrace, 0.1 miles east of Fountain Street (U.S. 1), on the right when traveling east.
Rhode Island's Tribute to
Major Henry Harrison Young
for valor, during the Civil War,
1861 - 1865.
Major Second R.I. Volunteers Inf'.
Brevet Lieut. Col. U.S. Vols.
Chief of Scouts to Gen. Sheridan.
On South Water Street, on the right when traveling south.
The site of an 18th century seaport village where seafaring merchants participated in the African slave trade. In the 20th century this port was used by Cape Verdeans who came to live in America. — — Map (db m233864) HM
On Washington Street, 0.2 miles east of Dorrance Street, on the left when traveling east.
1600s
Imagine you are here in 1636, when Providence looked very different.
Providence Harbor was full of ships, an active hub for fishing and trade. It played an important role as the city grew.
1700s
In the 1700s, the . . . — — Map (db m151649) HM
On Memorial Boulevard at Exchange Street, on the right when traveling west on Memorial Boulevard.
These rivers were named by the Narragansett & Wampanoag 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 m223078) HM
On Weybosset Street at Abbott Park place, on the right when traveling north on Weybosset Street.
On this site Providence R.I. July 5th 1999 in conjunction with the 22nd general Synod of the United Church of Christ a group of church and community people gathered in an act of repentance for African American slavery and in celebration of human . . . — — Map (db m56283) HM
On Dyer Street, on the right when traveling north.
The great famine of 1845-1851 was the most important event of the Nineteenth century Ireland. In the seven terrible years between 1845 and 1851, the potato crop, on which a large majority of the Irish people depended for their survival, failed . . . — — Map (db m56278) HM
To hold forth a lively experiment that a most flourishing civil state may stand and best be maintained with full liberty in religious concernments — — Map (db m62089) HM
On South Water Street (U.S. 44) 0.1 miles south of Power Street, on the right when traveling south.
Rise of the Gangways
1704-1844
Providence was transformed in the 1700s from a rural hamlet to a seaport busily trading with other colonies, England, the West Indies and Africa. Tall masted ships docked as far north as Hall's Wharf (now . . . — — Map (db m151724) HM
On South Water Street (U.S. 44) at Memorial Boulevard (U.S. 44), on the right when traveling east on South Water Street. Reported damaged.
History
During the late 1970's, planners began to focus on some of the longstanding urban design issues in Downtown Providence. Elevated railroad tracks and parking lots divided Downtown from the State House and Smith Hill. The . . . — — Map (db m151743) HM
On Dyer Street at Providence River Greenway, on the right when traveling north on Dyer Street.
Upriver from this place, the granite-clad pedestrian bridge marks the beginning of the original Providence River Relocation Project, which extends 1½ miles around the Financial District, then west to Waterplace and the Providence Place Mall. . . . — — Map (db m151746) HM
On Main Street (U.S. 44) at Howland Street, on the left when traveling north on Main Street.
The Spring of clear cold water located thirty feet west of this point led Roger Williams to found Providence here in the year 1636 from which center has developed in four directions — — Map (db m122490) HM
On North Main Street (U.S. 44) at Church Street, on the left when traveling north on North Main Street.
Welcome to the birthplace of religious freedom in the United States. Roger Williams, fleeing religious persecution in England and Massachusetts Bay Colony, founded Providence here in 1636. The original inhabitants, the Narragansett and Wampanoag, . . . — — Map (db m222490) HM
Near Canal Street south of Smith Street, on the left when traveling south.
For thousands of years before European settlement, people came from across the region to the Great Salt Cove to hunt, fish, and farm. The Narragansett, Wampanoag, Massachusett, and Nipmuc all used the trails that intersected here on the upper . . . — — Map (db m115212) HM
On Broad Street (Route 1) at Foster Street, on the right when traveling north on Broad Street.
This building, originally known as St. Francis Xavier Convent of Mercy, was constructed in 1894 on the site of the first convent of the Sisters of Mercy when they came to Providence on March 12, 1851. The Providence congregation was founded by . . . — — Map (db m223075) HM
On Steeple Street, on the left when traveling east.
The Steeple Street Complex was built in three main stages between 1827 and 1847 during a key period in Providence's growth into a leading commercial and industrial city. When Joseph Congdon and Randall Green built the first section, 3 Steeple, to . . . — — Map (db m56171) HM
On Washington Street at Eddy Street, on the right when traveling west on Washington Street.
Stephanie tells me that she was born in Senegal and spoke only French as a child, but Ashley was born in Providence. They say that their family is originally from Cape Verde, an island chain off the coast of West Africa that was uninhabited until . . . — — Map (db m151648) HM
On Washington Street at Adrian Hall Way, on the right when traveling west on Washington Street. Reported damaged.
Styles remembers being a child in Wakefield, growing up in a small cottage near the ocean, with an outhouse at the back and a fire burning in the pot-bellied stove. He and his cousins would ride in the back of his grandfather's truck to . . . — — Map (db m151644) HM
Has Been Designated a National Historic Landmark
this site posses National significance in commemorating the history of the United States of America
An important example of modern monolithic granite construction, this is one of the most . . . — — Map (db m44926) HM
Near Dyer Street at Friendship Street, on the right when traveling north.
The Changing Face of the West Bank
Unlike the straight waterline of the east bank of the Providence River—formed by the steep, rising hillside—the west bank was irregular and swampy. By 1819, while the entire length of the east . . . — — Map (db m151751) HM
On Dyer Street just south of South Water Street (U.S. 44), on the right when traveling north.
The ship George Washington was the last of three ships all named by John Brown after his friend and compatriot. The 624-ton ship George Washington, designed for the India trade, was built in Providence in 1793 and made its first voyage . . . — — Map (db m151748) HM
This monument erected by
the City of Providence
to her sons who on land and sea defended the nation's honor in the War with Spain, the Insurrection in the Philippines and the China Relief Expedition 1898 - 1902 — — Map (db m222299) WM
On Dyer Street just south of South Water Street (U.S. 44), on the left when traveling south.
You are standing in the middle of what was not so long ago a major city entrance ramp from Interstate Route 195. Until the year 2002, heavily trafficked highway access roads lines the length of both river banks. Upriver, the granite-clad pedestrian . . . — — Map (db m151747) HM
On U.S. 44 at Canal Street, on the right when traveling west on U.S. 44.
A Short River Through Time
“Mooshausick,” was the name given by the native Narragansett tribe to the body of water that flows into the Providence River at Confluence Park. It means “river where the moose . . . — — Map (db m107704) HM
On Dyer Street at Providence River Greenway, on the right when traveling north on Dyer Street.
Early Years: Providence is a city with a long waterfront tradition. In 1636 Providence was established on the banks of the Providence River. During the 1600's, Providence, initially a farming community, grew slowly, spreading out along the . . . — — Map (db m151744) HM
On North Main Street (U.S. 1), on the left when traveling north.
Left Plaque The Spring on this lot was the original water supply around which Roger Williams gathered the first settlers was in 1721 by reservation in the deed from the Proprietors of Providence made accessible to the townspeople forever . . . — — Map (db m56174) HM
On Dorrance Street, on the right when traveling north.
Daniel Chester French
Completed 1902
Restored 2002 by Granoff Associates
Daniel Chester French is best known as the sculptor of the Lincoln Memorial and Concord's Minute Man. This statuary portrays the two cultures that defined New England . . . — — Map (db m56285) HM
On Canal Street (U.S. 44) at Throop Alley, on the left when traveling north on Canal Street.
Providence completed its third railroad station in 1898 to accommodate the surging growth in passenger and freight service that would continue until World War II. Freight yards stretched from here at Canal Street as far to the west as the eye . . . — — Map (db m223306) HM
A freshwater spring attracted Roger Williams to this site and anchored the community.
Williams built his house across the street, and religious and civil meetings took place around its “gushing” waters.
The spring remained in . . . — — Map (db m107747) HM
On U.S. 44 (U.S. 44) 0.1 miles west of Canal Street, on the right when traveling west.
The Early Years
Wanasquatucket was the name given by the native Narragansett tribe to the larger river that flows into the Providence River and Confluence Park. It means the river where the tide ends. This panel, along with the panel . . . — — Map (db m107723) HM
On Exchange Terrace, 0.1 miles west of Exchange Street, on the right when traveling west.
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
On Habro Place west of Fountain Street, on the left when traveling west.
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
On Canal Walk at Canal Place, on the right when traveling south on Canal Walk.
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
Near Memorial Boulevard east of Francis Street (U.S. 1), on the right when traveling east.
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
On Finance Way east of Francis Street (U.S. 1), on the right when traveling east.
"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
Near Dyer Street at Friendship Street, on the left when traveling south.
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
On Canal Walk at Washington Place, on the right when traveling south on Canal Walk. Reported damaged.
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
On Lexington Avenue east of Elmwood Avenue (U.S. 1), on the right when traveling east.
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
On Westminster Street just east of Stewart Street, on the right when traveling east.
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
On Atwells Avenue east of Pequot Street, on the right when traveling east.
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
On Atwells Avenue at Sutton Street, on the right when traveling north on Atwells Avenue.
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
On Atwells Avenue at De Pasquale Square, on the right when traveling west on Atwells Avenue.
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
On Atwells Avenue east of Piedmont Street, on the right when traveling east.
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
On India Street, 0.2 miles east of Tockwotton Street, on the right when traveling east.
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
On Old Bridge Path at Power Street, on the right when traveling south on Old Bridge Path.
"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
On East Bay Bike Path east of India Street, on the right when traveling east.
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
On Bridge Street at India Street, on the left when traveling north on Bridge Street.
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
Near India Street, on the right when traveling east.
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
On Gano Street just north of Williams Street, on the left when traveling north.
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
Near India Street at Tockwotton Street, on the right when traveling east.
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
On East Bay Bike Path east of Water Street, on the right when traveling east.
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
On Eddy Street at Mutual Street, on the right when traveling south on Eddy Street.
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
On Eddy Street, on the right when traveling south.
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
On Promenade Street just west of Bath Street, on the left when traveling west.
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
Near FC Greene Memorial Boulevard south of Hawthorne Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
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
Near FC Greene Memorial Boulevard south of Hawthorne Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
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
Near FC Greene Memorial Boulevard south of Hawthorne Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
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
Near Rose Avenue at Linden Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
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
On Rose Avenue near Green Memorial Boulevard, on the right when traveling north.
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
On Rose Avenue south of Green Memorial Boulevard, on the right when traveling north.
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
On Floral Avenue south of Cladrastis Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
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
On F C Greene Memorial Blvd., on the left when traveling south.
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
Near Cladrastis Avenue west of Maple Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
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
On Linden Avenue at Rose Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Linden Avenue.
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
