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Brandon's Beach is a vibrant children's playground located in the heart of Burnside Park. Known for its inclusive design, the playground features accessible equipment for children of all abilities, including swings, slides, and climbing structures. Surrounded by greenery and offering a safe, family-friendly environment, it's a popular destination for locals and visitors alike to enjoy outdoor fun.
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The providenceparks #BrandonsBeachPVD officially opened up today for the #ProvidenceRI community in kennedyplazapvd! Ward 4 Councilman Narducci joined repdavidcicilline and others for the grand opening and special ribbon cutting dedicated in memory of Brandon Goldner. This park is designed by kompan_playgrounds for children of all ages and abilities to enjoy! #OurPVD #exploreourwards
#ConorAtom hanging with Congressman Cicilline. This is our life. #brandonsbeachpvd
Have you been watching the progress of Brandon`s Beach at Burnside Park this summer? Loving this little dolphin.
Not too much longer! Brandon`s Beach at Burnside Park officially opens on August 17!
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Soon Josie, very soon. New playground @kennedyplazapvd!
9 days to go! Save the date, the new playground opens on August 17.
Anxiously awaiting the playground opening! #BrandonsBeachPVD
The big day is Thursday! Join us in the park around 11:30 for a ribbon cutting ceremony and opening day festivities! This happens right after @kidoinfo Storytime, so come down at 10:30 for Keith Munslow.
Construction signs come down and gates swing open tomorrow! 1 more day!
Full audience at burnside park for Storytime and Art in The Park! #brandonsbeachpvd, the new playground, opens at 11:30.
Digging a playground. Catalyzig a community. #brandonsbeachpvd kennedyplazapvd #hasbro #kidoinfostorytime
So much fun at the grand opening of #brandonsbeachpvd today
Brandon's Beach is owned and managed by the City of Providence.
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Join us in preserving and enhancing the Downtown Providence Park Network (DPPN)
Day One is stacked. Downtown comes alive on December 4 with free fun, local makers, live music, art, workshops, and holiday magic around every corner. From ice skating at The Providence Rink to carolers on Westminster, the season officially starts here. See you in the parks.
@pvdmayor @providencetourism @providenceact @firstworksri @pneuhaus @pvdcitycouncil @indowncitypvd @avenuepvd @goprovidence @waterfireprov
David Cicilline has always led with inclusion at the heart of everything he does. As the first openly gay mayor of a U.S. state capital, he showed that leadership is strongest when everyone belongs. Whether at neighborhood meetings, school events, or community celebrations, he listened, showed up, and made sure every voice was heard.
As a U.S. Representative, he championed the Equality Act and fought to ensure equality, justice, and opportunity for all. He reminds us that when leadership includes everyone, communities thrive.
He is the only living person featured on our You Belong Here wayfinding banners, honoring his lifelong commitment to making Providence and our country more inclusive, compassionate, and hopeful.
#DavidCicilline #ProvidenceHistory #YouBelongHere
This Thanksgiving, we’re feeling extra thankful for the people who make Downtown Providence amazing — the visitors, artists, musicians, makers, and our neighbors who bring our parks to life every day. 💛
Happy Thanksgiving from the DPPN team!
#ProvidenceParks #DowntownProvidence #Thanksgiving #CommunityFirst #PVDThingsToDo
Getting into the holiday spirit ✨🎁
The PVD Holiday Festival is happening December 4–7 — cozy vibes, local makers, and all the seasonal magic downtown. See you there! ❄️❤️
#PVDHolidayFestival #DowntownPVD #ProvidenceRI #HolidaySeason #HolidayEvents RhodeIslandEvents PVDHolidayMagic
Edward Mitchell Bannister and Christiana Carteaux Bannister built one of the most influential artistic partnerships in Providence history—one grounded in creativity, courage, and shared purpose.
In 1850s Boston, Edward dreamed of becoming an artist while working in Christiana’s successful salon. As a Black painter, the barriers were steep, but Christiana’s business expertise, financial support, and belief in his talent helped make his artistic career possible.
After their marriage, Christiana’s salons became powerful gathering places for abolitionists, artists, and community leaders. She advised Edward on his work, connected him with patrons, and helped him enter spaces that were often closed to Black artists.
When they moved to Providence in 1869, Edward’s career flourished. His painting Under the Oaks won first prize at the 1876 Philadelphia Centennial Exhibition—a victory challenged when judges learned he was Black, but ultimately upheld thanks to fellow artists who insisted on fairness.
Today, Edward’s statue in Market Square symbolizes his legacy, but Christiana’s influence is inseparable from his success. Together, they remind us how partnership, resilience, and love can shape art—and history—for generations.
#EdwardBannister #ChristianaCarteauxBannister
30 Exchange Terrace
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