Providence Guide to Events, Dining, Hotels, and Area Information

About Providence

Founded in 1636, Providence's nickname of "The Renaissance City" stems from both its economic revival and its seamless incorporation of modern structures with historic sites. Art Deco towers from the 20th century rise up next to highly ornamented Victorian and stately Federal-style buildings from the 1800s. Seven colleges and universities, including the prestigious Brown University, have their campuses in Providence, giving it a college-town feel. The best area for culture and nightlife is downtown Providence, known as Downcity, where the famed Trinity Repertory Company puts on theatrical productions and the Dunkin' Donuts Center hosts popular athletic games. During specific summer nights, the public art display WaterFire captivates thousands as one hundred floating bonfires, accompanied by music, light up the riverfront. ...More

Events around Providence

	*Get Your Boat Ready for Winter* Outdoors, Recreation, Sports Bass Pro Shop BASS PRO SHOPS COMING TO FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS Nations biggest...	Tue 01/06 More from Eventful
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Top Providence Attractions

	Market House Owned and operated by the prestigious Rhode Island School of Design, Market House was designed in 1775 by the great Amer
	Rhode Island School of Design Museum A staple of the prestigious Rhode Island School of Design community, the RISD Museum is a must-see for fans of fine art.
	Cathedral of Saints Peter & Paul Though construction of the Cathedral of Saints Peter & Paul began in 1878, it took another 11 years for construction to
	Rhode Island State House Modeled after the United States Capitol Building, the Rhode Island State House sports the fourth largest self-supported
	Providence Children's Museum The Providence Children's Museum is an interactive learning center that caters to kids ages one to 11, and their parents