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Kennedy Plaza is modern Providence’s main hub for transportation — as many as 69,000 people move through this site daily. Created as Exchange Place in the 19th century, this plaza has always served transportation needs. Thousands of people stood here to see President Theodore Roosevelt, Harry Houdini, and presidential candidate John F. Kennedy. Today Kennedy Plaza remains a gathering place for the community, anchored by three city parks, including The Providence Rink, which features ice skating, recreation, music and arts.
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Decided to go back and redo this piece of downtown Providence from a couple months ago. I’m much happier with the changes now.
Happy to see this photo of painted cardboard cutouts (originally created by #spacetransformationstation to support transit riders in Kennedy Plaza) used in the "Week Without Driving" campaign.
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Skating not your thing? The ice rink in Providence`s Kennedy Plaza now has bumper cars!!! 📸 mayorofpvd .
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Winter walks in downtown Prov. #Downcity #Providence #PVD #kennedyplazapvd #lookingood #ig_rhodeisland #johnnyclamcakes
I don`t get it. We are in Providence & were just at the Capital building, but now you`re telling me that that building with eyes on the roof is the Capital of Providence? 🤔
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Watching the skaters in Providence. #wintermoments #bluebirdday #winterfun #providence #kennedyplazapvd
Kennedy Plaza, Providence~
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Curd Alert: The Murray’s Cheese Truck just set up shop in Downtown Providence! Come get cheesy with us at Kennedy Plaza! Proceeds go to the #RIFoodBank! #mongeronwheels CheeseSociety #ACSCheeseCamp #RhodeIsland #KennedyPlazaPVD
A Civil War memorial, the Soldiers and Sailors Monument currently sits in its third location, which is approximately the same as its original location when dedicated in 1871. When the monument was relocated to the center of Exchange Place in 1913, the height of the pedestal was doubled, from 5 steps to 10, and the cannon balls were separated from the canons. In 2001 the monument was returned to its original height when it was moved back to the west end of what is now Kennedy Plaza, but the cannon balls went away. Photo is circa 1925.
Historical context courtesy of @pvdnowandthen.
Kennedy Plaza is owned and managed by the City of Providence.
Paid parking; uncovered lot
50 Exchange Ter, Providence, RI 02903, USA
Upscale modern Italian eatery.
50 Westminster St, Providence, RI 02903, USA
Paid parking; covered garage
51 Washington St, Providence, RI 02903, USA
A tour through downtown Providence's historic sites, showcasing the city's rich architectural and cultural history.
A guided walking tour that explores the early Black history of Providence, highlighting significant landmarks and stories of African American resilience.
Offers guided tours of Rhode Island, including historic, cultural, and food tours, giving visitors an in-depth experience of the state.
1 Sabin St, Providence, RI 02903, USA
Gourmet fry creations.
100 Washington St, Providence, RI 02903, USA
Iconic food truck known for burgers and late-night snacks.
72 Spruce St, Providence, RI 02903, USA
Kin Southern Table + Bar offers Soul Food and other dishes inspired by the cuisines of the American South.
71 Washington St, Providence, RI 02903, USA
Join us in preserving and enhancing the Downtown Providence Park Network (DPPN)
🎉 Downtown Park Wayfinding Kickoff
📍 Sunday, July 20 | 12–7PM
📌 Waterplace Park ➡️ District Park
Join us for a full day of free pop-up performances, dance workshops, kayak rides, art, food & more — all celebrating the new banners reflecting the heart of downtown PVD!
Grateful! @pvdmayor @gopvdpov, @providencetourism @ricommerce
Don’t miss:
🦪 Free oysters
🛶 Free kayaks
💃 Dance workshops
🎭 Big Nazo + more!
#MeetUsDowntown #DowntownPVD #WayfindingKickoff #FreeInPVD #PVDArts #ExplorePVD #YouBelongHere @rilatinoarts @buenagraficasocialstudio @localrobotpvd @bignazo @shuckologist @stagesoffreedom_ri @rattscallionfacepainting @flamencorhodeisland @culturadancearts @pins_kytchen @the.gyrobrothers @risdmuseum
The place to be on July 20, 2025?
The Wayfinding Kickoff Event, of course!
From noon to 7 PM, the Downtown Providence Parks Loop transforms into a Wayfinding wonderland with FREE performances, workshops, and food—all while celebrating the installation of 200+ new Wayfinding banners representing the first phase of this transformative project!
🎭 Theater & Performance - RI Latino Arts’ ¡Que Diablos! Fausto and Big Nazo’s roaming street theater
💃🏼 Dance & Movement - Bachata, salsa, Flamenco workshops, Lion Dance, and Laotian cultural performances
🎨Interactive Fun - Mega bubbles, face painting, and free RISD Museum admission
🦪 Food & Adventure - Free oyster tastings, kayak rentals, and historical tours
Stay tuned for a more detailed schedule of events!
Waterplace to District Park. One epic day. Providence at its best!
We want to see YOU downtown!
#downtownpvd #providenceri #providenceevents #providence #pvdparks #downtownprovidence #livemusic
Welcome back to Meet Us in Downtown with DPPN! ✨ Today we’re catching up with a friend who lives and works right here in the city—and walks the Riverwalk loop daily. We even compared it to the Seine in Paris! 🇫🇷🌊
We also talked about something exciting coming soon: our wayfinding project launching in downtown parks this year! Stay tuned—this is just the beginning.
Thanks for meeting us Downtown! 💬🏙️
#MeetUsInDowntown #DowntownPVD #RiverwalkPVD #ThisIsPVD #CityLife #WalkableProvidence #WayfindingInTheWorks #DPPN #UrbanVibes #ExploreProvidence
🎬🎶 This Week in Downtown + Beyond! 🎭🛍️
The city is buzzing—here’s what’s happening in and around downtown Providence this week:
🎥 48 Hour Film Project Premiere at Avon Theater – Catch local filmmakers’ creativity on the big screen!
🎵 WBNA Concerts in the Park – Enjoy live music and community vibes.
🎶 FirstWorks Summer Beats at Roger Williams Park – Global sounds and summer energy.
🌟 FringePVD Kicks Off – The Providence Fringe Festival brings bold performances all across the city.
🛍️ Flea in the Park at 195 District Park – Your Sunday go-to for vintage finds, makers, food trucks & more!
There’s no shortage of art, music, and community to discover—get out and meet us in the city!
#ThisWeekInPVD #MeetUsInDowntown #FringePVD #FirstWorks #WBNAConcerts #48HourFilmProject #AvonTheater #FleaInThePark #DowntownPVD #SummerInProvidence
🎆 Happy 4th of July from the DPPN team! 🇺🇸
Wishing you a safe, joyful, and festive Independence Day. Here’s to community, celebration, and summer memories in the heart of Downtown Providence! 💙❤️🤍
30 Exchange Terrace
Providence, RI 02903