Rhode Island State House, Providence (must see)
The Rhode Island State House is the state capitol of Rhode Island. The neoclassical building was designed by McKim, Mead & White in 1891. Construction completed on the building in 1901. It is built from white Georgia marble, bricks and iron beams.
The Rhode Island State House is notable for having the fourth largest structural-dome in the world. The dome, modeled after St. Peter's basilica, is topped with a statue called "The Independent Man." The gilded bronze statue was designed by George Brewster in 1899. It is 11 feet tall and weighs more than 500 pounds.
Visitors to the State House will find the Rhode Island Charter Museum inside. The museum displays the 1663 Royal Charter among its historical document collection. Visitors will also see Gilbert Stuart's portrait of George Washington and a number of military displays.
The building was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1970. It is open from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM Monday through Friday.
The Rhode Island State House is notable for having the fourth largest structural-dome in the world. The dome, modeled after St. Peter's basilica, is topped with a statue called "The Independent Man." The gilded bronze statue was designed by George Brewster in 1899. It is 11 feet tall and weighs more than 500 pounds.
Visitors to the State House will find the Rhode Island Charter Museum inside. The museum displays the 1663 Royal Charter among its historical document collection. Visitors will also see Gilbert Stuart's portrait of George Washington and a number of military displays.
The building was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1970. It is open from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM Monday through Friday.
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Sight Name: Rhode Island State House
Sight Location: Providence, USA (See walking tours in Providence)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Providence, USA (See walking tours in Providence)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Providence, Rhode Island
Create Your Own Walk in Providence
Creating your own self-guided walk in Providence is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Providence Introduction Walking Tour
Providence is the capital city of Rhode Island. Founded in 1636, it is also one of the oldest cities in the United States. It was settled by Roger Williams who was a strong proponent of separation of church and state.
Providence is well known for being the home of Brown University. One of the oldest higher education institutions in the country, Brown continues to remain a high-profile, Ivy... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.9 Km or 2.4 Miles
Providence is well known for being the home of Brown University. One of the oldest higher education institutions in the country, Brown continues to remain a high-profile, Ivy... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.9 Km or 2.4 Miles
Brown University Walking Tour
Founded in 1764, the prestigious Ivy League Brown University of Providence, Rhode Island is the seventh-oldest institution of higher education in the United States, chartered before the American Revolution.
Brown's historic campus offers a classic New England college experience among brick quadrangles, scenic greens, soaring modern architecture, renovated centuries-old structures,... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.3 Km or 1.4 Miles
Brown's historic campus offers a classic New England college experience among brick quadrangles, scenic greens, soaring modern architecture, renovated centuries-old structures,... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.3 Km or 1.4 Miles
Providence Historical Buildings Tour
Providence is a beautiful city that was founded on the banks of the Providence River in 1636 by Roger Williams. The city is nearly as old as the United States themselves. It has many interesting historical and architectural landmarks. Take this self-guided walking tour to visit some of the Providence's historical buildings.
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles