Things to do in Providence, Rhode Island (RI): The Best Art Galleries

September 28, 2021 Ying Subia

Years of careful urban planning and meticulous restoration have rendered this former rum and molasses trading town one of the best places to live in the United States, star of an eponymous television show and a swell place to spend a weekend. Historic sites, wonderful museums and theaters seamlessly blend with newer attractions on the block including a modern mega-mall, scenic Riverwalk, outdoor skating arena, convention center, plus new hotels and restaurants. The Roger Williams Zoo, with its updated Tropical Rainforest Building where "spunky monkeys" roam free in a constructed jungle-like environment, remains one of the city's top attractions and offers hours of entertainment for children and adults alike. Wander back in time on Benefit Street, where eminent Federal period homes recall the city's wealthy past. For a modern experience, check out the more than 100 stores at Providence Place. Or tantalize your taste buds on "The Hill," a historic area that boasts many award- winning restaurants, from the Italian and Mediterranean cuisine for which "Little Italy" got its name, to Caribbean, Mexican, Chinese, seafood and baked goods. For a different perspective, take a romantic river cruise on an authentic Venetian gondola. No matter what your vantage point, Providence sparkles.
Restaurants in Providence

1. Providence Art Club

11 Thomas St, Providence, RI 02903-1314 +1 401-331-1114 [email protected] http://www.providenceartclub.org
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Providence Art Club

This is said to be the oldest art club in the nation, designed to foster an appreciation for local arts.

150 Chestnut St Third Floor, Providence, RI 02903-4645 +1 401-641-5182 [email protected] http://www.artprovgallery.com
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ArtProv Gallery

ArtProv is a gallery of contemporary art that displays an evocative collection of works centered around color, texture and expression by local, regional and national artists. Please check website as weekly hours change.

166 Valley St building 6M, Providence, RI 02909-2400 [email protected] http://sproutrhodeisland.com/sprout-gallery-night/
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The Art Gallery at Sprout

This is an art gallery in the Sprout Coworking office that is open to the public and a member of Gallery Night Providence. Shows change monthly and feature new, emerging, student and community artists. Open daily from 9-5 and the 3rd Thursday of every months from 5-9pm.

4. WaterFire Arts Center

475 Valley Street, Providence, RI 02908-5613 +1 401-273-1155 [email protected] http://artscenter.waterfire.org
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WaterFire Arts Center

The WaterFire Arts Center serves as our headquarters, production complex, and multi-purpose arts venue as well as a social enterprise platform strengthening the organization's long-term financial sustainability. One of the unique features of the WaterFire Arts Center is the Main Hall which provides 15,000 sq. ft. of uninterrupted exhibition, performance, and production space with a 40 ft. ceiling.

5. AS220

115 Empire St, Providence, RI 02903-3217 +1 401-831-9327 [email protected] http://www.as220.org
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AS220

The Empire Street complex is one of three buildings owned and operated by AS220. The Empire Street complex houses The Bar at AS220, AS220 Foo(d), AS220's Performance Space, AS220 Youth (serving young people 14-20), the Paul Krot B&W Community Darkrooms, 3 of 4 Visual Art Exhibition Spaces, 15 live/work and work studios for artists, and the 95 Empire black box theater, dance studio and classroom spaces. Empire Street is also home to commercial tenants: Roberto's Barber Shop and Muldowney's Pub. AS220's other locations are the Dreyfus, 95 Mathewson St, where you can find the Project Space Gallery, and the Mercantile Block, 131 Washington St, which houses, among other things, AS220 Photo, AS220 Labs, and its publicly accessible Printshop.

17 Amherst St, Providence, RI 02909-2411 +1 401-454-8844 [email protected]

This West End gallery is prominent in the revitalization of the area.

18 Imperial Pl, Providence, RI 02903-4641 +1 401-272-3104 [email protected]

This art gallery exhibits the artist's blown glass creations and serves as his studio.

251 S Main St, Providence, RI 02903-2910 +1 401-272-0777 [email protected] http://catecharlesgallery.com
Cate Charles Gallery

Contemporary fine art gallery showcasing paintings, sculpture and photography by New England artists

60 Valley St 107b, Providence, RI 02909-2499 +1 401-272-0820 http://www.just-art.com
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