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DPPN Wayfinding Project

We are thrilled to announce the Downtown Providence Park Wayfinding Project—an exciting initiative designed to enhance the vibrancy, connectivity, and accessibility of our city’s core. Thanks to a generous grant from Commerce RI and in collaboration with the City of Providence and our downtown partners, this project will transform our public spaces with eye-catching colorful banners and improved navigation tools.

Stretching from the Point Street Bridge to Waterplace Park and extending through Biltmore Park, Burnside Park, and Kennedy Plaza, these enhancements will give downtown Providence a fresh, engaging look while helping residents and visitors better explore the city.

The project will roll out in three phases:

  • Phase 1: Installation of Double-sided Banners
  • Phase 2: Digital Wayfinding and Signage
  • Phase 3: Activations of Parks & Banners

Banners will adorn the downtown Providence parks, serving both as navigational tools and reflections of Providence’s rich cultural and historical heritage. QR codes on banners will provide easy access to interactive maps, event schedules, cultural insights, and directories for nearby businesses and restaurants.

Banner design by Buena Gráfica Social Studio
3D Map & Web Application by Local Robot

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Banner Sponsorship

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we invite local businesses to sponsor a banner and become a part of this exciting Wayfinding project. Your tax-deductible sponsorship will not only enhance your brand’s visibility but also support the programs and events that make our downtown a vibrant and welcoming community.

For more information, please contact Nora Barre at nora@downtownparks.org

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YOU Belong Here celebration kicks off Sunday, July 20 at 3 PM at @stagesoffreedom_ri at 10 Westminster Street. The incredible Ray Rickman will be leading the tour. He’s packed with knowledge, history and unforgettable stories you’ll learn so much from. Experience Providence’s Black Victorian power couple the Bannisters and their friends who helped shape our city’s art and culture. Bring a friend and discover the downtown parks 🌳✨

#YouBelongHerePVD

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YOU Belong Here celebration kicks off Sunday, July 20 at 3 PM at @stagesoffreedom_ri at 10 Westminster Street. The incredible Ray Rickman will be leading the tour. He’s packed with knowledge, history and unforgettable stories you’ll learn so much from. Experience Providence’s Black Victorian power couple the Bannisters and their friends who helped shape our city’s art and culture. Bring a friend and discover the downtown parks 🌳✨ #YouBelongHerePVD

The place to be on July 20, 2025?

The Wayfinding Kickoff Event, of course!

From noon to 7 PM, the Downtown Providence Parks Loop transforms into a Wayfinding wonderland with FREE performances, workshops, and food—all while celebrating the installation of 200+ new Wayfinding banners representing the first phase of this transformative project!

🎭 Theater & Performance - RI Latino Arts’ ¡Que Diablos! Fausto and Big Nazo’s roaming street theater

💃🏼 Dance & Movement - Bachata, salsa, Flamenco workshops, Lion Dance, and Laotian cultural performances

🎨Interactive Fun - Mega bubbles, face painting, and free RISD Museum admission

🦪 Food & Adventure - Free oyster tastings, kayak rentals, and historical tours

Stay tuned for a more detailed schedule of events!

Waterplace to District Park. One epic day. Providence at its best!

We want to see YOU downtown!

#downtownpvd #providenceri #providenceevents #providence #pvdparks #downtownprovidence #livemusic

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The place to be on July 20, 2025? The Wayfinding Kickoff Event, of course! From noon to 7 PM, the Downtown Providence Parks Loop transforms into a Wayfinding wonderland with FREE performances, workshops, and food—all while celebrating the installation of 200+ new Wayfinding banners representing the first phase of this transformative project! 🎭 Theater & Performance - RI Latino Arts’ ¡Que Diablos! Fausto and Big Nazo’s roaming street theater 💃🏼 Dance & Movement - Bachata, salsa, Flamenco workshops, Lion Dance, and Laotian cultural performances 🎨Interactive Fun - Mega bubbles, face painting, and free RISD Museum admission 🦪 Food & Adventure - Free oyster tastings, kayak rentals, and historical tours Stay tuned for a more detailed schedule of events! Waterplace to District Park. One epic day. Providence at its best! We want to see YOU downtown! #downtownpvd #providenceri #providenceevents #providence #pvdparks #downtownprovidence #livemusic

Welcome back to Meet Us in Downtown with DPPN! ✨ Today we’re catching up with a friend who lives and works right here in the city—and walks the Riverwalk loop daily. We even compared it to the Seine in Paris! 🇫🇷🌊
We also talked about something exciting coming soon: our wayfinding project launching in downtown parks this year! Stay tuned—this is just the beginning.
Thanks for meeting us Downtown! 💬🏙️
#MeetUsInDowntown #DowntownPVD #RiverwalkPVD #ThisIsPVD #CityLife #WalkableProvidence #WayfindingInTheWorks #DPPN #UrbanVibes #ExploreProvidence

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Welcome back to Meet Us in Downtown with DPPN! ✨ Today we’re catching up with a friend who lives and works right here in the city—and walks the Riverwalk loop daily. We even compared it to the Seine in Paris! 🇫🇷🌊 We also talked about something exciting coming soon: our wayfinding project launching in downtown parks this year! Stay tuned—this is just the beginning. Thanks for meeting us Downtown! 💬🏙️ #MeetUsInDowntown #DowntownPVD #RiverwalkPVD #ThisIsPVD #CityLife #WalkableProvidence #WayfindingInTheWorks #DPPN #UrbanVibes #ExploreProvidence
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