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Providence, Rhode Island

Providence, Rhode Island is the capital city of Rhode Island. It's home to Brown University and the Rhode Island School of Design, whose RISD Museum displays American art and silver. Nearby, 18th- and 19th-century homes line the streets of College Hill. Waterplace Park is the backdrop for the WaterFire art installation, which lights up the surrounding tidal basin most nights in the summer and for special events.

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HOUSING

Housing Tips:

Brown University FB Group
RISD FB Group
Rhode Island College FB Group
Living near colleges and downtown is ideal
Check Local Facebook groups
Please avoid using Craigslist as it is not very reliable

Recommended Neighborhoods:

East side
College Hill
Fox Point
Wayland
Federal Hill
Hope
Blackstone

PLACES TO FIND HOUSING ACCOMMODATIONS

Housing

TRANSPORTATION

Modes of Transportation

Driving
- Car is most useful for Providence
- Must have permit to park on the street
- Plenty of garages to park in but must pay
Public transportation
- RIPTA Bus

Transportation Specific to Providence

RIPTA Bus - website
- Day Pass: $6
- Route 24L: $4
- Monthly Pass: $70
- Ride/Paratransit: $4
Smart Fare Collection System: Wave
- Smart card or on mobile app

Transportation

ENTERTAINMENT

Downtown

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RISD Art Museum

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Roger Williams Park and Zoo

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Entertainment

MAP OF PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND

In this map you will find specific information about housing, entertainment, transportation, and landmarks around the city. This map has a lot more information once expanded so be sure to check it out in depth

CONTACT & ALUMNI NETWORK

Contact

People to contact, who have lived in this city

Audrey Torrence: torrenam@mail.uc.edu
Emily Buck: buckee@mail.uc.edu

Alumni Network

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Providence Alumni Network

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