Roger Williams National Memorial

Founded in 1956 in response to the proposed demolition of several 18th- and early 19th-century houses on College Hill, the Providence Preservation Society (PPS) has grown from a small neighborhood group into a multifaceted, citywide preservation organization.Supported by a large membership, a professional staff, and countless volunteers, PPS offers a broad range of services in support of its mission: to improve Providence by advocating for historic preservation and enhancing the city's unique character through thoughtful design and planning. Its programs and offerings include the annual Festival of Historic Houses, citywide advocacy, resources for homeowners, and a variety of other events. Founded in 1956 in response to the proposed demolition of several 18th- and early 19th-century houses on College Hill, the Providence Preservation Society (PPS) has grown from a small neighborhood group into a multifaceted, citywide preservation organization.Supported by a large membership, a professional staff, and countless volunteers, PPS offers a broad range of services in support of its mission: to improve Providence by advocating for historic preservation and enhancing the city's unique character through thoughtful design and planning. Its programs and offerings include the annual Festival of Historic Houses, citywide advocacy, resources for homeowners, and a variety of other events.

One of the grandest state houses in the U.S. for the country's smallest state. Designed by the renowned architectural firm of McKim, Mead and White, noted for the Boston Public Library (1895) and renovations to the White House (1902), the majestic domed building clad in white Georgia marble was built (1895-1904) at the high point of Rhode Island's Industrial prosperity. Inside, a new museum showcases the Colonial Charter granted in 1663 by King Charles II of England. The Charter was first signed by a monarch to guarantee religious liberty. Atop the State House dome stands a statue of Rhode Island's Independent Man, representing the spirit of freedom of thought and action. One of the grandest state houses in the U.S. for the country's smallest state. Designed by the renowned architectural firm of McKim, Mead and White, noted for the Boston Public Library (1895) and renovations to the White House (1902), the majestic domed building clad in white Georgia marble was built (1895-1904) at the high point of Rhode Island's Industrial prosperity. Inside, a new museum showcases the Colonial Charter granted in 1663 by King Charles II of England. The Charter was first signed by a monarch to guarantee religious liberty. Atop the State House dome stands a statue of Rhode Island's Independent Man, representing the spirit of freedom of thought and action.

For years, this Rhode Island favorite has provided guests with an exceptional dining experience. Whether for a romantic evening, special celebration or business dinner, Mill’s Tavern offers that perfect match: fine dining in a unique urban setting at the foot of historic College Hill. Chef Edward Bolus delivers an impressive menu that combines local and seasonal ingredients in innovative and exciting new ways. The fruits and vegetables are harvested from area farms. The chops and steaks are cut daily and the seafood is always fresh. Chef Bolus’ knowledge and skills coupled with a passion for improvisation guarantees a noteworthy dining experience. For years, this Rhode Island favorite has provided guests with an exceptional dining experience. Whether for a romantic evening, special celebration or business dinner, Mill’s Tavern offers that perfect match: fine dining in a unique urban setting at the foot of historic College Hill. Chef Edward Bolus delivers an impressive menu that combines local and seasonal ingredients in innovative and exciting new ways. The fruits and vegetables are harvested from area farms. The chops and steaks are cut daily and the seafood is always fresh. Chef Bolus’ knowledge and skills coupled with a passion for improvisation guarantees a noteworthy dining experience.

Bitty and Beau's is a human right's movement disguised as a coffee shop. A place dedicated to changing how people see other people! Employing people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Bitty and Beau's is a human right's movement disguised as a coffee shop. A place dedicated to changing how people see other people! Employing people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.