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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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History

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 โ€œsuicide circle.โ€

Historical context courtesy of @pvdnowandthen.

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

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Providence Parks Department

1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence RI 02905
Roger Williams Boathouse
providenceri.gov
(401) 680-7201

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Thousands of you joined us in downtown Providence this weekend as we honored Dรญa de los Muertos in partnership with @rilatinoarts, @waterfirepvd, and local artists.

At the Downtown Providence Park Network, our hope was for you to learn and experience the scared Mexican tradition. The bright marigolds, or cempasรบchil, guided the spirits home with their color and fragrance. Candles lit their way with warmth and light. Pan de Muerto represented the circle of life and the love that endures. We shared more than 500 pieces baked by the family at @la.artesa.bakery with hot chocolate as families, friends, and visitors gathered to honor their loved ones. The ofrenda held photos, water, and cherished mementos, creating a bridge between the living and the departed. Traditional Mexican dance @grupomisolha filled the evening with music.

Thank you for adding the name of your loved ones to the ofrenda by @alhteran. In Providence, everyone belongs.

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Thousands of you joined us in downtown Providence this weekend as we honored Dรญa de los Muertos in partnership with @rilatinoarts, @waterfirepvd, and local artists. At the Downtown Providence Park Network, our hope was for you to learn and experience the scared Mexican tradition. The bright marigolds, or cempasรบchil, guided the spirits home with their color and fragrance. Candles lit their way with warmth and light. Pan de Muerto represented the circle of life and the love that endures. We shared more than 500 pieces baked by the family at @la.artesa.bakery with hot chocolate as families, friends, and visitors gathered to honor their loved ones. The ofrenda held photos, water, and cherished mementos, creating a bridge between the living and the departed. Traditional Mexican dance @grupomisolha filled the evening with music. Thank you for adding the name of your loved ones to the ofrenda by @alhteran. In Providence, everyone belongs.

Downtown Providence was filled with light, color, and remembrance as we celebrated Dรญa de los Muertos, one of Mexicoโ€™s most beautiful traditions.

Surrounded by marigolds, candles, music, and dancing, we honored life, love, and memory together. The scent of pan de muerto and the warmth of hot chocolate carried the spirit of Mexico through our city. @la.artesa.bakery

It was an honor for us to organize and host this moving celebration and to share this evening of magic and community with all who visited downtown at @waterfireprov

This is Providence โ€” a city that celebrates every culture and every story. Here, everyone belongs. ๐ŸŒผ

If you missed tonight, join @rilatinoarts and @waterfirepvd tomorrow at the Southside Cultural Center at 4:30 for another beautiful celebration of Dรญa de los Muertos. Thank you @alhteran

#DiaDeLosMuertos #DowntownProvidence #CulturaViva #everyonebelongshere

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Downtown Providence was filled with light, color, and remembrance as we celebrated Dรญa de los Muertos, one of Mexicoโ€™s most beautiful traditions. Surrounded by marigolds, candles, music, and dancing, we honored life, love, and memory together. The scent of pan de muerto and the warmth of hot chocolate carried the spirit of Mexico through our city. @la.artesa.bakery It was an honor for us to organize and host this moving celebration and to share this evening of magic and community with all who visited downtown at @waterfireprov This is Providence โ€” a city that celebrates every culture and every story. Here, everyone belongs. ๐ŸŒผ If you missed tonight, join @rilatinoarts and @waterfirepvd tomorrow at the Southside Cultural Center at 4:30 for another beautiful celebration of Dรญa de los Muertos. Thank you @alhteran #DiaDeLosMuertos #DowntownProvidence #CulturaViva #everyonebelongshere

This Saturday! Ofrenda de Luz: Dรญa de los Muertos at WaterFire โ€” in remembrance and respect

๐Ÿ“… Saturday, November 1 | 5:30โ€“8:00 PMโ€จ๐Ÿ“ Along College Street, under the tent
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Free and open to all

Join the @downtownpvdparks and @rilatinoarts @waterfireprov for Ofrenda de Luz: Dรญa de los Muertos โ€” a heartfelt evening honoring Mexican culture, heritage, and the beautiful tradition of remembrance. @alhteran

Rooted in centuries of Mexican customs, Dรญa de los Muertos celebrates the lives of loved ones who have passed and reminds us to cherish the bonds that continue through memory and community.

Visit the community ofrenda (altar) to write the name of a loved one on a paper calavera and leave a short memory behind.

๐Ÿž Enjoy samples of pan de muerto and Mexican hot chocolate by @la.artesa.bakery

๐Ÿ’ƒ Meet Catrinas in traditional dress and experience a vibrant dance performance by @grupomisolha at 6:30 PM

Created in partnership with local Mexican and Latino artists and cultural leaders, Ofrenda de Luz honors the spirit of Dรญa de los Muertos with gratitude, and love.

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This Saturday! Ofrenda de Luz: Dรญa de los Muertos at WaterFire โ€” in remembrance and respect ๐Ÿ“… Saturday, November 1 | 5:30โ€“8:00 PMโ€จ๐Ÿ“ Along College Street, under the tent ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Free and open to all Join the @downtownpvdparks and @rilatinoarts @waterfireprov for Ofrenda de Luz: Dรญa de los Muertos โ€” a heartfelt evening honoring Mexican culture, heritage, and the beautiful tradition of remembrance. @alhteran Rooted in centuries of Mexican customs, Dรญa de los Muertos celebrates the lives of loved ones who have passed and reminds us to cherish the bonds that continue through memory and community. Visit the community ofrenda (altar) to write the name of a loved one on a paper calavera and leave a short memory behind. ๐Ÿž Enjoy samples of pan de muerto and Mexican hot chocolate by @la.artesa.bakery ๐Ÿ’ƒ Meet Catrinas in traditional dress and experience a vibrant dance performance by @grupomisolha at 6:30 PM Created in partnership with local Mexican and Latino artists and cultural leaders, Ofrenda de Luz honors the spirit of Dรญa de los Muertos with gratitude, and love.

Celebrate community and honor our heroes at the Salute to Veterans 2025 Torch Ceremony in Downtown Providence.
Experience the full WaterFire lighting, live performances, and a moving tribute featuring 150 Veterans illuminating the night with a Ring of Fire at WaterPlace Park.

๐Ÿ“… Nov 1 | ๐ŸŒ… Sunset โ€“ 10 PM | ๐Ÿ“ WaterPlace Park

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Celebrate community and honor our heroes at the Salute to Veterans 2025 Torch Ceremony in Downtown Providence. Experience the full WaterFire lighting, live performances, and a moving tribute featuring 150 Veterans illuminating the night with a Ring of Fire at WaterPlace Park. ๐Ÿ“… Nov 1 | ๐ŸŒ… Sunset โ€“ 10 PM | ๐Ÿ“ WaterPlace Park
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