Self-guided Sightseeing Tour #1 in Providence, United States

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Number of sights 5 sights
Distance 1.3 km
Ascend 0 m
Descend 0 m

Experience Providence in United States in a whole new way with our self-guided sightseeing tour. This site not only offers you practical information and insider tips, but also a rich variety of activities and sights you shouldn't miss. Whether you love art and culture, want to explore historical sites or simply want to experience the vibrant atmosphere of a lively city - you'll find everything you need for your personal adventure here.

Activities in ProvidenceIndividual Sights in Providence

Sight 1: John Brown House Museum

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The John Brown House borders the campus of Brown University at 52 Power Street on College Hill in Providence, Rhode Island. Completed in 1788, it was the first mansion to be built in Providence and is named after its first owner, John Brown, a statesman, merchant, slave trader, and early benefactor of the University.

Wikipedia: John Brown House (Providence, Rhode Island) (EN), Website

336 meters / 4 minutes

Sight 2: First Unitarian Church of Providence

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First Unitarian Church of Providence is an American Unitarian Universalist congregation located at the corner of Benefit and Benevolent Streets in Providence, Rhode Island. The congregation was founded in 1723, and the current church building was dedicated in 1816. For many years it was known as the First Congregational Church of Providence.

Wikipedia: First Unitarian Church of Providence (EN), Website

360 meters / 4 minutes

Sight 3: Annmary Brown Memorial

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Annmary Brown Memorial is an art museum, library and mausoleum at Brown University. It is located at 21 Brown Street in Providence, Rhode Island. It is one of six libraries comprising the University Library system.

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237 meters / 3 minutes

Sight 4: Saint Stephens Church

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S. Stephen's Church is an historic Episcopal church located at 114 George Street in the College Hill neighborhood of Providence, Rhode Island. It is in the Brown University campus and is an active parish in the Episcopal Diocese of Rhode Island.

Wikipedia: S. Stephen's Church (Providence, Rhode Island) (EN), Website

329 meters / 4 minutes

Sight 5: Slavery Memorial

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The Slavery Memorial is a sculptural memorial on the campus of Brown University that recognizes the institution's 18th century connections to chattel slavery and the transatlantic slave trade. Designed by sculptor Martin Puryear and dedicated in 2014, the memorial stands on the university's Front Green, adjacent to University Hall.

Wikipedia: Slavery Memorial (Brown University) (EN), Website

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