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Memorial Park

S Main St, Providence, RI 02903

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This sculpture-filled park pays homage to people who gave their lives during wars and conflicts around the world.

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Looking east from what is today the intersection of Washington and Memorial Blvd, a lot of things look the same today as they did in 1983, except the WWI memorial is in the wrong place. Today the memorial rests serenely as the centerpiece of Memorial Park just a few hundred feet away, but for decades it was the centerpiece of a traffic circle nicknamed “suicide circle.”

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Memorial Park is owned and managed by the City of Providence.

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1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence RI 02905

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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. 💛
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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!
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The PVD Holiday Festival is happening December 4–7 — cozy vibes, local makers, and all the seasonal magic downtown. See you there! ❄️❤️

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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.
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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

@le_patin_libre Returns to Downtown Providence! ⛸✨
They stole our hearts at Lumina 2024 with their breathtaking artistry on ice, blending movement, music, and light into something truly unforgettable. Now, they’re back to dazzle Providence once again at The Providence Rink!

Experience Le Patin Libre, the internationally acclaimed contemporary ice-skating group presented by @providenceact @firstworksri in a free performance at 7 PM on Friday, December 5, as part of the PVD Holiday Festival.

From December 4–7, downtown will sparkle with performances, music, lights, and city spirit — all made possible by the incredible partners coming together to make this festival a joyful celebration for everyone.

Don’t miss the magic, the movement, and the wonder of the season, plus a Basin @waterfireprov lighting to complete your downtown experience with loads of free experiences by many many partners!

🎄✨ Come downtown. Celebrate together. Feel the energy of our city! @providenceact @pvdmayor

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@le_patin_libre Returns to Downtown Providence! ⛸✨
They stole our hearts at Lumina 2024 with their breathtaking artistry on ice, blending movement, music, and light into something truly unforgettable. Now, they’re back to dazzle Providence once again at The Providence Rink!

Experience Le Patin Libre, the internationally acclaimed contemporary ice-skating group presented by @providenceact @firstworksri in a free performance at 7 PM on Friday, December 5, as part of the PVD Holiday Festival.

From December 4–7, downtown will sparkle with performances, music, lights, and city spirit — all made possible by the incredible partners coming together to make this festival a joyful celebration for everyone.

Don’t miss the magic, the movement, and the wonder of the season, plus a Basin @waterfireprov lighting to complete your downtown experience with loads of free experiences by many many partners!

🎄✨ Come downtown. Celebrate together. Feel the energy of our city! @providenceact @pvdmayor

#PVDHolidayFestival

The Wedding Cake House is one of Providence’s most iconic treasures — a stunning 1867 mansion that later became a couture dressmaking studio run by two remarkable sisters, Anna and Laura Tirocchi. Read more in stories!
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S Main St, Providence, RI 02903

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