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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.
This is cool!
Skating not your thing? The ice rink in Providence`s Kennedy Plaza now has bumper cars!!! 📸 mayorofpvd .
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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
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Rocking our #lillebaby in downtown Providence to check out the various festivals this holiday weekend #columbusday #federalhill #kennedyplazapvd #alexandanicenter
On this day in 1917, the legendary Harry Houdini performed an incredible straitjacket stunt upside down from his ankles in front of a crowd of over 80,000 people in Providence, Rhode Island. #HarryHoudini #Houdini #KennedyPlaza #RhodeIsland #ProvidenceRI #RhodeIsland_Igers #WhatsGoingOnInRhodeIsland
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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#busstation #cardboardart #publicart #publictransit #kennedyplazapvd
The Industrial Trust Building (aka the Superman Building) going up 93 years ago! Happy Birthday to our skyline superhero! 🎂 (📸: providencepubliclibrary) #providence #pvd #rhodeisland #newengland #401love #savingplaces #industrialtrust #superman #supermanbuilding #savesupermanri #artdeco #skyscraper #downtown #westminster #kennedyplaza #walkerandgillette #architect #happybirthday #93yearsyoung #bornin1928 #mostendangeredproperty #adaptivereuse #tallestbuilding #icon #landmark #skylinesuperhero
Feeding the less fortunate
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#providence #Kennedyplaza #holidaycelebration #chrismastreelighting
Christmas is around the corner…
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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)
🌈 Happy Pride, Providence! 🌈
Downtown is shining brighter today as we celebrate love, joy, and the beautiful LGBTQ+ community that makes our city so special. Stay safe, show your colors, and have the best time! 💖
📸 @smallfryephoto
#PVDPride #DowntownPVD #LoveIsLove #PVDParks #PrideProvidence
✨ Providence is in the national spotlight! ✨ This Fourth of July, the @todayshow featured our beautiful PVD as a top destination to celebrate—and we couldn’t be more proud! 🇺🇸🎆
Huge thanks to @GoProvidence for helping make this moment happen and getting our city the national attention it deserves. And a special shoutout to the incredibly talented @captured.by.marc, whose stunning footage helped showcase the magic of Providence on a national stage.
Downtown is glowing with pride!
🌈 Brandon’s Beach at Burnside Park 🌳
Located right in the heart of Downtown Providence, this vibrant and inclusive playground is a favorite for families near and far. With swings, slides, climbing structures, and accessible play equipment for children of all abilities, Brandon’s Beach is built for every kind of fun.
💡 Surrounded by trees and open space, it’s the perfect spot to let little ones explore, laugh, and play safely outdoors.
📍Exchange Terrace, Providence
🛝 Tag someone who needs a park day!
#DowntownPVD #BurnsidePark #BrandonBeachPlayground #ProvidenceParks #AccessiblePlayground #PlayInPVD #ParkDayVibes #RhodeIslandFamilyFun
🌟 It’s a BIG week in Downtown Providence! 🌟
From the USA Gymnastics Championship to the Taste of Juneteenth New England, plus a partial WaterFire lighting, the PVD Pride Parade, and Surge on the Sidewalk with Sarto + GPub — there’s something for everyone. 💫
👉 Plan your week, bring your crew, and celebrate the energy of our city!
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Honored to host the @cnu_newurbanism in downtown Providence this week. We welcomed an inspiring group of urban and city planners from across the U.S. to our little but mighty city to explore our public spaces, activations, and programming. It was exciting to dive into our upcoming wayfinding project that will be installed soon—and a huge thank you to Captain Tom at @provriverboat for that unforgettable historical perspective from the water. What a privilege to showcase Providence and share our passion with so many forward-thinking minds!!
Ps! Happy Father’s Day to all the amazing dads — we’re grateful for you today and every day!
30 Exchange Terrace
Providence, RI 02903