- Our list of the best things to do in East Providence, Rhode Island, features the top 407 nearby activities — including 185 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
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Providence's Rhode Island School of Design Museum is dedicated to preserving, documenting and displaying important artworks, installations and other ephemera related to the history of design and aesthetics. Its collections include paintings, sterling silver tea sets, antique textiles, household equipment and mu…
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Built in 1857, the Custom House has changed hands from one government branch to another over the years. Intended as a customs collection building for the IRS, the group quickly outgrew the space and eventually handed it over to be used as office space for the state court system.
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From Impressionist paintings to East Asian sculptures, RISD Museum has a variety of exhibits to explore. Among the most popular works in their collection are paintings from Monet and Degas. They also feature ancient art and sculptures.
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Rhode Island's Providence Performing Arts Center is the city's cultural hub. Its diverse programming includes choral concerts, orchestral performances, monologue shows, musicals, straight plays, ballets, modern dance demonstrations and more.
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Providing panoramic views of the Providence skyline is the main draw of Prospect Terrace. The site and its surrounding park also serve as the home of the Roger Williams Memorial statue which overlooks the city.
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Not only a place of continued education, the Rhode Island School of Design is a source of ever changing art exhibits. At the campus museum, students have the opportunity to showcase their art pieces such as sculptures, paintings, clothing, and photography.
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A minimalist but pleasant and scenic park, Prospect Park is a small bit of wooded green space with benches, ample shade, and an imposing statue of Roger Williams at its center.
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A cozy and historic shopping are, Market Square has unparalleled architecture and atmosphere. The square is populated by many artisans and street performers who perform trades such as dancing, singing, painting, chalk art, and magic.
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Providence River is a tidal river and was once the border between the English New England colonies and the Dutch colony of New Netherland. The river is the meeting place of the annual WaterFire Festival.
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Experience the romantic Venetian gondola tradition at La Gondola in Providence, Rhode Island. Enjoy gliding through the local waterways as you are serenaded by a skilled gondolier in traditional garb.