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Rhode Island Convention Center Authority

About Rhode Island Convention Center Authority

Located in the heart of downtown Providence, the Rhode Island Convention Center Authority operates the Rhode Island Convention Center (RICC), Amica Mutual Pavilion (The AMP PVD), The VETS and three parking garages. The Authority, governed by an 11-member board of commissioners, works with several marketing partners to book its facilities, including ASM Global, which manages the AMP and RICC, Professional Facilities Management, which manages The VETS, PSE Agency, the exclusive sales agent of all three facilities, and the Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau.

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Located in downtown Providence, the Amica Mutual Pavilion is the epicenter of sports and entertainment in Rhode Island. Originally built in 1972, the “AMP PVD” completed an $80 million renovation in 2008. With 31,000 square feet on the arena floor and 25,000 square feet on the concourse, the multipurpose arena is capable of hosting everything from family shows and concerts, to sporting events, cheerleading and gymnastics tournaments — and it still leaves room for more than 14,000 spectators. An OVG-managed facility, the AMP PVD is home to the AHL Providence Bruins and the Providence College men's basketball team. The AMP has hosted the First and Second Rounds of the NCAA Division-I Men’s Basketball tournaments, NCAA regional hockey tournaments and the NCAA Women's Frozen Four. The arena is connected to the Rhode Island Convention Center via skybridge, which is in turn connected to the 564-room Omni Providence. Located in downtown Providence, the Amica Mutual Pavilion is the epicenter of sports and entertainment in Rhode Island. Originally built in 1972, the “AMP PVD” completed an $80 million renovation in 2008. With 31,000 square feet on the arena floor and 25,000 square feet on the concourse, the multipurpose arena is capable of hosting everything from family shows and concerts, to sporting events, cheerleading and gymnastics tournaments — and it still leaves room for more than 14,000 spectators. An OVG-managed facility, the AMP PVD is home to the AHL Providence Bruins and the Providence College men's basketball team. The AMP has hosted the First and Second Rounds of the NCAA Division-I Men’s Basketball tournaments, NCAA regional hockey tournaments and the NCAA Women's Frozen Four. The arena is connected to the Rhode Island Convention Center via skybridge, which is in turn connected to the 564-room Omni Providence.

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Providence Bruins player #10 skates with the puck near the net, chased by a Utica Comets defender during an AHL hockey game.

The Providence Bruins play at the Amica Mutual Pavilion and are the American Hockey League affiliate of the NHL's Boston Bruins. The P-Bruins offer many special discounted ticket offers and feature giveaway nights including hats, mugs, plush Snoopys and more. For ticket information please visit providencebruins.com or call 401-273-5000. The Providence Bruins play at the Amica Mutual Pavilion and are the American Hockey League affiliate of the NHL's Boston Bruins. The P-Bruins offer many special discounted ticket offers and feature giveaway nights including hats, mugs, plush Snoopys and more. For ticket information please visit providencebruins.com or call 401-273-5000.

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Off I-95, find us in Downtown Providence next to the Rhode Island Convention Center and Amica Mutual Pavilion. Johnson & Wales University Providence Campus is minutes away, while Brown University and historic Federal Hill are within a mile. Our goal is to make your stay better and brighter. Our on-site restaurant and lounge the VIG, fitness center, and event spaces complete your stay. Off I-95, find us in Downtown Providence next to the Rhode Island Convention Center and Amica Mutual Pavilion. Johnson & Wales University Providence Campus is minutes away, while Brown University and historic Federal Hill are within a mile. Our goal is to make your stay better and brighter. Our on-site restaurant and lounge the VIG, fitness center, and event spaces complete your stay.

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Set the pace at Residence Inn Providence Downtown. Whether you're with us for a few days, weeks or months, your daily routine matters. Thrive with our close location to Amtrak and Rhode Island Convention Center and start your mornings with a free hotel breakfast followed by evening drinks in our social hour. Later, join us at The Grand Cocktail Bar in the lobby serving beer, wine and spirits from 6PM to 11PM daily. Our downtown hotel is wired with free, high-speed Internet and includes additional amenities such as a fitness center, meeting room and fresh coffee. Relax and unwind on your own time in a spacious studio or one-bedroom hotel suite featuring separate living and sleeping areas, a fully equipped kitchen and free grocery delivery services for all-day bites in Providence, Rhode Island. At Residence Inn Providence Downtown, achieve a healthy balance between business and kicking back. Set the pace at Residence Inn Providence Downtown. Whether you're with us for a few days, weeks or months, your daily routine matters. Thrive with our close location to Amtrak and Rhode Island Convention Center and start your mornings with a free hotel breakfast followed by evening drinks in our social hour. Later, join us at The Grand Cocktail Bar in the lobby serving beer, wine and spirits from 6PM to 11PM daily. Our downtown hotel is wired with free, high-speed Internet and includes additional amenities such as a fitness center, meeting room and fresh coffee. Relax and unwind on your own time in a spacious studio or one-bedroom hotel suite featuring separate living and sleeping areas, a fully equipped kitchen and free grocery delivery services for all-day bites in Providence, Rhode Island. At Residence Inn Providence Downtown, achieve a healthy balance between business and kicking back.

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