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Grant's Block

260 Westminster St, Providence RI 02903

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Grant's Block Park, located at the corner of Westminster and Union Streets, has reopened with a fresh new look. Completed in May 2024, the revamped park features a 1,730 square-foot dog park, new cedar seating, beautifully landscaped beds with nine new trees and flowering perennials, and enhanced lighting throughout. Designed by Cornish Associates, Ryan Associates, and Union Studio Architects, with Landscape Creations handling the build, the park is a welcoming addition to the Westminster Street Corridor.

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Mock-ups, just mock-ups in the rain….

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#thisislandscapearchitecture #wlam2024 #landscapearchitecture #landscapeconstruction #urbandesign #grantsblock

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Mock-ups, just mock-ups in the rain…. cornishassociates landscapecreationsri unionstudioarch horsleywittengroup #thisislandscapearchitecture #wlam2024 #landscapearchitecture #landscapeconstruction #urbandesign #grantsblock

A canine guest enjoys the public water fountain at Grant’s Block Park on a hot summer day.

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#GrantsBlock #PocketPark #DogPark #UrbanOpenSpace #CommunitySpaces #DowncityPVD #LandscapeConstruction

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A canine guest enjoys the public water fountain at Grant’s Block Park on a hot summer day. ryanassociates cornishassociates horsleywittengroup ggray_photo downtownpvdparks #GrantsBlock #PocketPark #DogPark #UrbanOpenSpace #CommunitySpaces #DowncityPVD #LandscapeConstruction

#fringefestival #fluxus funeral of the #strawberrymoon #artislife #providenceri #iampvd #pvdlove #umbertocrenca #as220 #summertimerolls

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#fringefestival #fluxus funeral of the #strawberrymoon #artislife #providenceri #iampvd #pvdlove #umbertocrenca #as220 #summertimerolls

Planet 🌎 @ Movies on The Block! Thanks indowncitypvd for such an awesome event. Free event every Thursday, all summer long @ #grantsblock!
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#providence #pvd #summertime #summertimefun #401 #401love #rhodylife #RhodeIsland #providenceri #newengland #kidsofinstagram #kidsofig #freefun #newenglandliving #newenglandgirl #providenceri #adventure #74moredaysofSummervacation

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Planet 🌎 @ Movies on The Block! Thanks indowncitypvd for such an awesome event. Free event every Thursday, all summer long @ #grantsblock! • • #providence #pvd #summertime #summertimefun #401 #401love #rhodylife #RhodeIsland #providenceri #newengland #kidsofinstagram #kidsofig #freefun #newenglandliving #newenglandgirl #providenceri #adventure #74moredaysofSummervacation

Movies on the Block in Providence goes down here. It is a great time to meet up with friends (or make new ones) and family and catch a movie. .
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#earlymorning #providence #rhodeisland #snapseed #vsco #vscocam #rhody #littlerhody #providenceri #arquitecture #localsonly401 #ig_rhody #motb #moviesontheblock #grantsblock #agameoftones #moviesontheblockpvd #light #blackandwhite #movies

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Movies on the Block in Providence goes down here. It is a great time to meet up with friends (or make new ones) and family and catch a movie. . . . . . #earlymorning #providence #rhodeisland #snapseed #vsco #vscocam #rhody #littlerhody #providenceri #arquitecture #localsonly401 #ig_rhody #motb #moviesontheblock #grantsblock #agameoftones #moviesontheblockpvd #light #blackandwhite #movies

#cincodemayo #cincopvd #downcity #grantsblock #pvd #rhodeisland #erb

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#cincodemayo #cincopvd #downcity #grantsblock #pvd #rhodeisland #erb

AfroSurf by Mami Wata

AFROSURF is the first book to capture and celebrate the surfing culture of Africa.

Discover the untold story of African surf culture in this glorious and colorful collection of profiles, essays, photographs, and illustrations.

Lots of things happening around PVD today.
indowncitypvd #openairsaturdays celebrations of #juneteenth #pride #pvdunited
optionsmag has a variety of programming set up to celebrate #pvdunited
thedeanhotel marketplace
kinpvd block party 12pm-11pm
pvdworldmusic 2pm-8pm #grantsblock
mings_ri & bowledflavor food trucks will be serving food outside the store
longlivebeergarden 12pm-9pm

Happy #juneteenth ✨✨

#juneteenth #pridemonth #openairsaturdays #providence

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AfroSurf by Mami Wata AFROSURF is the first book to capture and celebrate the surfing culture of Africa. Discover the untold story of African surf culture in this glorious and colorful collection of profiles, essays, photographs, and illustrations. Lots of things happening around PVD today. indowncitypvd #openairsaturdays celebrations of #juneteenth #pride #pvdunited optionsmag has a variety of programming set up to celebrate #pvdunited thedeanhotel marketplace kinpvd block party 12pm-11pm pvdworldmusic 2pm-8pm #grantsblock mings_ri & bowledflavor food trucks will be serving food outside the store longlivebeergarden 12pm-9pm Happy #juneteenth ✨✨ #juneteenth #pridemonth #openairsaturdays #providence

Cinco de Mayo yums! #fishtacos #tamale #mijostacotruck #indowncity #grantsblock #pvd #daytimedate

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Cinco de Mayo yums! #fishtacos #tamale #mijostacotruck #indowncity #grantsblock #pvd #daytimedate

Skyline from #grantsblock eating lunch outside today on this first day of #spring #providence #downcity #100happydays #day23

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Skyline from #grantsblock eating lunch outside today on this first day of #spring #providence #downcity #100happydays #day23

❄️SNOW ANGLES! Mason’s favorite snowy day activity❄️❤️ #masonstewartsb #snowday #graysonblizzard2018 #grantsblock

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❄️SNOW ANGLES! Mason’s favorite snowy day activity❄️❤️ #masonstewartsb #snowday #graysonblizzard2018 #grantsblock

Great end to the day! #elf #pvd #grantsblock

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Great end to the day! #elf #pvd #grantsblock

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Grant's Block is owned and managed by Cornish Associates.

Dog Park @ Grants Block

Dog Park @ Grants Block

A small urban dog park located in the heart of downtown Providence, offering a space for dogs to play and socialize.

260 Westminster St, Providence, RI 02903, USA
Downtown Historic Walking Tour

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Early Black History Walking Tour

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Ellie’s

Ellie’s

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250 Westminster St, Providence, RI 02903, USA
Experience Rhode Island Tours

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1 Sabin St, Providence, RI 02903, USA
Gift Horse

Gift Horse

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272 Westminster St, Providence, RI 02903
Kin Southern Table + Bar

Kin Southern Table + Bar

Kin Southern Table + Bar offers Soul Food and other dishes inspired by the cuisines of the American South.

71 Washington St, Providence, RI 02903, USA
Livi’s Pockets and Livi’s Burritos

Livi’s Pockets and Livi’s Burritos

Fast casual twin restaurants featuring Mexican favorites and flavorful pockets and Mediterranean-inspired dishes.

65 Weybosset St #101, Providence, RI 02903, USA
Oberlin

Oberlin

New American spot with open kitchen & cozy seating serving seasonal small plates like pasta & fish.

266 Westminster St, Providence, RI 02903

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A heartfelt welcome to our beautiful city, @melaniesutra, and thank you for sharing these magical moments in Providence! Your reel truly captures the charm, vibrancy, and hidden gems that make our city so special. 💕

From the perfect downtown location to world-class theater (@provpacri @thevetsri @trinity_rep) and culinary treasures like @belliniusa’s unforgettable focaccia, Providence has something to inspire everyone!

And for art lovers, highlights like the @splendorofflorence #SottAcqua pop-up and the breathtaking @waterfireprovidence make the city shine even brighter. 🎨🔥

We’re so glad you’ve experienced the magic here, and we hope to see you back soon! Providence is always ready to welcome you.

#TravelInspo #ArtLovers #FoodiesWelcome #DiscoverProvidence

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A heartfelt welcome to our beautiful city, @melaniesutra, and thank you for sharing these magical moments in Providence! Your reel truly captures the charm, vibrancy, and hidden gems that make our city so special. 💕 From the perfect downtown location to world-class theater (@provpacri @thevetsri @trinity_rep) and culinary treasures like @belliniusa’s unforgettable focaccia, Providence has something to inspire everyone! And for art lovers, highlights like the @splendorofflorence #SottAcqua pop-up and the breathtaking @waterfireprovidence make the city shine even brighter. 🎨🔥 We’re so glad you’ve experienced the magic here, and we hope to see you back soon! Providence is always ready to welcome you. #TravelInspo #ArtLovers #FoodiesWelcome #DiscoverProvidence

Last Saturday, we hosted nearly 150 residents on an unforgettable free trip with @savethebayri 🌊🐠🐟diving into the history, science, and beauty of Narragansett Bay and the Fox Point Hurricane Barrier.

🚢 As part of the Sott’Acqua: @splendorofflorence program, this experience brought us full circle in understanding the Hurricane Barrier and the critical flood mitigation efforts that protect downtown Providence. Participants of all ages, from 2 to 89 discovered:
🌟 How Hurricane Carol (1954) devastated Providence, leading to the construction of the Hurricane Barrier to prevent future storm surges.
🌊 The depth and ecology of Narragansett Bay, one of Rhode Island’s most treasured natural resources.
🌱 The incredible diversity of life in the Bay, including striped bass, blue crabs, quahogs, and oysters, along with the vital ecosystems of eelgrass meadows and salt marshes that support countless species.

This free program, generously sponsored by the @rifoundation Rhode Island Foundation, brought our community together to learn about our waterways’ fascinating history, delicate ecosystems, and their connection to global efforts in protecting and understanding our natural world. It was an incredible day filled with education, connection, and a renewed appreciation for the Bay’s impact on our daily lives.

Thank you to everyone who joined us on this journey to explore, learn, and celebrate the natural beauty and resilience of our backyard! Thank you to our amazing sponsors and partners: @ri_commerce, @providencetourismcouncil, @savethebayri @ting.barnardstudio, @paolinoproperties, @rifoundation, @collettetravel, @repgabeamo, @cityofprovidence, @pvdmayor , @riphilharmonic @downtownpvdparks, @riphilharmonic, @festivapartydesign, @hopeandmainpvd, @providenceact, @accademia_del_maggio, @brownu, @providenceact, @repgabeamo @southcountyri, @liunanewengland @hopeandmainpvd @belliniusa @gracechurchprovidence @ruthdavisassociates @santanderbankus @universityofri, @italyinboston @accademia_del_maggio @pocfoundation.ri @goprovidence and @risdmuseum!

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Last Saturday, we hosted nearly 150 residents on an unforgettable free trip with @savethebayri 🌊🐠🐟diving into the history, science, and beauty of Narragansett Bay and the Fox Point Hurricane Barrier. 🚢 As part of the Sott’Acqua: @splendorofflorence program, this experience brought us full circle in understanding the Hurricane Barrier and the critical flood mitigation efforts that protect downtown Providence. Participants of all ages, from 2 to 89 discovered: 🌟 How Hurricane Carol (1954) devastated Providence, leading to the construction of the Hurricane Barrier to prevent future storm surges. 🌊 The depth and ecology of Narragansett Bay, one of Rhode Island’s most treasured natural resources. 🌱 The incredible diversity of life in the Bay, including striped bass, blue crabs, quahogs, and oysters, along with the vital ecosystems of eelgrass meadows and salt marshes that support countless species. This free program, generously sponsored by the @rifoundation Rhode Island Foundation, brought our community together to learn about our waterways’ fascinating history, delicate ecosystems, and their connection to global efforts in protecting and understanding our natural world. It was an incredible day filled with education, connection, and a renewed appreciation for the Bay’s impact on our daily lives. Thank you to everyone who joined us on this journey to explore, learn, and celebrate the natural beauty and resilience of our backyard! Thank you to our amazing sponsors and partners: @ri_commerce, @providencetourismcouncil, @savethebayri @ting.barnardstudio, @paolinoproperties, @rifoundation, @collettetravel, @repgabeamo, @cityofprovidence, @pvdmayor , @riphilharmonic @downtownpvdparks, @riphilharmonic, @festivapartydesign, @hopeandmainpvd, @providenceact, @accademia_del_maggio, @brownu, @providenceact, @repgabeamo @southcountyri, @liunanewengland @hopeandmainpvd @belliniusa @gracechurchprovidence @ruthdavisassociates @santanderbankus @universityofri, @italyinboston @accademia_del_maggio @pocfoundation.ri @goprovidence and @risdmuseum!

Tonight! Experience the magic of Italian opera at Grace Episcopal Church in Providence! 🎶 Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring renowned singers from the Academy of the Maggio Musicale Fiorentino and your Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra. Celebrate the Splendor of Florence and the 25th Anniversary of the Friendship Pact between Florence and Providence with opera masterpieces by Verdi, Puccini, Rossini, and more. This free concert is our gift to you in honor of our 80th Anniversary, made possible by Rhode Island Commerce and our generous partners. Don’t miss this spectacular event!

Thank you to our amazing sponsors and partners: @ri_commerce, @providencetourismcouncil, @savethebayri @ting.barnardstudio, @paolinoproperties, @rifoundation, @collettetravel, @repgabeamo, @cityofprovidence, @pvdmayor , @riphilharmonic @downtownpvdparks, @riphilharmonic, @festivapartydesign, @hopeandmainpvd, @providenceact, @accademia_del_maggio, @brownu, @providenceact, @repgabeamo @southcountyri, @liunanewengland @hopeandmainpvd @belliniusa @gracechurchprovidence @ruthdavisassociates @santanderbankus @universityofri, @italyinboston @accademia_del_maggio @pocfoundation.ri @goprovidence and @risdmuseum!
#HopeAndMain #DowntownMakersMarket #FlorenceMenu #LocalChefs #ItalianCuisine

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Tonight! Experience the magic of Italian opera at Grace Episcopal Church in Providence! 🎶 Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring renowned singers from the Academy of the Maggio Musicale Fiorentino and your Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra. Celebrate the Splendor of Florence and the 25th Anniversary of the Friendship Pact between Florence and Providence with opera masterpieces by Verdi, Puccini, Rossini, and more. This free concert is our gift to you in honor of our 80th Anniversary, made possible by Rhode Island Commerce and our generous partners. Don’t miss this spectacular event! Thank you to our amazing sponsors and partners: @ri_commerce, @providencetourismcouncil, @savethebayri @ting.barnardstudio, @paolinoproperties, @rifoundation, @collettetravel, @repgabeamo, @cityofprovidence, @pvdmayor , @riphilharmonic @downtownpvdparks, @riphilharmonic, @festivapartydesign, @hopeandmainpvd, @providenceact, @accademia_del_maggio, @brownu, @providenceact, @repgabeamo @southcountyri, @liunanewengland @hopeandmainpvd @belliniusa @gracechurchprovidence @ruthdavisassociates @santanderbankus @universityofri, @italyinboston @accademia_del_maggio @pocfoundation.ri @goprovidence and @risdmuseum! #HopeAndMain #DowntownMakersMarket #FlorenceMenu #LocalChefs #ItalianCuisine

🌍✨ A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us last night for the impactful panel discussion on climate change, co-hosted by the Department of Italian Studies and the Office of Global Engagement at Brown University. We are deeply grateful to our esteemed moderator, Cornelia Dean, and our incredible panelists: April Brown, Enrica Caporali, Manuel Cordero, Emanuele Di Lorenzo, Macarena Gomez-Barris, and Kyle McElroy. Your insights and perspectives on flood vulnerability, infrastructure preservation, climate action, and community resilience were truly enlightening.

Thank you to the scholars, community members, and everyone who engaged in this important conversation, connecting global and local efforts for a more resilient future. #ClimateAction #CommunityResilience #BrownUniversity @brownu @italianstudies_brown

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🌍✨ A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us last night for the impactful panel discussion on climate change, co-hosted by the Department of Italian Studies and the Office of Global Engagement at Brown University. We are deeply grateful to our esteemed moderator, Cornelia Dean, and our incredible panelists: April Brown, Enrica Caporali, Manuel Cordero, Emanuele Di Lorenzo, Macarena Gomez-Barris, and Kyle McElroy. Your insights and perspectives on flood vulnerability, infrastructure preservation, climate action, and community resilience were truly enlightening. Thank you to the scholars, community members, and everyone who engaged in this important conversation, connecting global and local efforts for a more resilient future. #ClimateAction #CommunityResilience #BrownUniversity @brownu @italianstudies_brown
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