The College Hill neighborhood is home to many historic and cultural sites and residences, as well as world-class educational institutions, such as the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) and Brown University. Filled with art and history, this iconic area has many treasures to visit.
Built in 1822, the Aldrich House is a National Historic Landmark located on the beautiful and historic East Side of Providence. The house was presented to the Rhode Island Historical Society in 1974 by the heirs of Winthrop W. Aldrich, a former Ambassador to Great Britain. The house also serves as the Rhode Island Historical Society headquarters. The Aldrich House is open by appointment only.
The Athenæum was founded in 1836, and predates the establishment of public libraries. Over its nearly 200 years of existence, the library has welcomed illustrious writers, spirited thinkers, and engaged community members through its doors to read, learn, gather, and debate. Our mission is to enrich the mind, inspire the spirit, and elevate the public discourse.
Eat or shop in the oldest indoor mall in the country built in 1828. It has been on the National Historic District Registry since 1976.
Established in 1877 as part of a vibrant creative community, the RISD Museum stewards works of art representing diverse cultures from ancient times to the present.
Joe Marzilli's Old Canteen was founded in 1956 and is located in the heart of Providence’s “Historic Federal Hill” where you can find the best Italian Cuisine in Rhode Island.
Providence’s first mansion, nearby Brown University, got its name from the house’s owner.
The name makes this one confusing, but NY system hot wieners are uniquely Rhode Island, and this restaurant in Olneyville is where they were created.
"A Christmas Carol" has been playing here for the last 40 years.
For more than a century the museum has served as a unique educational, scientific and cultural resource by offering exciting exhibits and programming that provide ways for children and families to learn about our world and its people.
Carved out of the cellars of a historic Downtown Providence landmark in 1977, Capriccio has long been the standard for fine, white linen dining in a city renowned for its restaurants. Conveniently located in the downtown financial district along the famed Riverwalk, Capriccio's dedication to excellence is reflected in over 40 awards for fine dining, wines, and decor.