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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 “suicide circle.”

Historical context courtesy of @pvdnowandthen.

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1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence RI 02905
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Providence knows how to light up the night! ✨ #LUMINA2025 #PVDKnowsHowToParty A heartfelt thank you to our incredible partners and supporters who help make Lumina shine! Your dedication and generosity bring light and vibrancy to our downtown community. We couldn’t do it without you! @alphagraphicsprovidence @banknewport @bankofamerica @baycoastbank @belliniusa @brownu @canadaboston @citizensbank @ballyslincoln @cornishassociates @delta.mech @dimeoconstruct @goprovidence @graduatehotels @ibewlocal47 @indowncitypvd @kpmg @liuna183 @paolinoproperties @pocfoundation.ri @provdowntown @providenceact @providencerink @providencetourism @provfoundation @provpacri @pvdmayor @ricommerce @rifoundation @rideripta @risd1877 @risdmuseum @rmopublicrelations @southcountyri @sweeneyadvisory @thebeatricehotel @thebodhispa @ting.barnardstudio @track15ri @wearerienergy

Experience Light Lane with Music by Kufa Castro!

Kufa Castro, an Afro-Dominican artist based in Providence, blends music, poetry, and playwriting to explore identity, culture, and community. Since 2012, he has fused his experiences as an Afro-Latinx immigrant into his art, creating powerful, thought-provoking work.

Now, his music is featured in the Light Lane installations, on display from February 1-17! Don’t miss this immersive experience—check it out and celebrate Kufa’s incredible artistry.

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Experience Light Lane with Music by Kufa Castro! Kufa Castro, an Afro-Dominican artist based in Providence, blends music, poetry, and playwriting to explore identity, culture, and community. Since 2012, he has fused his experiences as an Afro-Latinx immigrant into his art, creating powerful, thought-provoking work. Now, his music is featured in the Light Lane installations, on display from February 1-17! Don’t miss this immersive experience—check it out and celebrate Kufa’s incredible artistry. #ProvidenceArts #KufaCastro #LightLane #AfroLatinx
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