The Rose Nulman Park is a privately owned, publicly accessible park in Narragansett, Rhode Island. The property was purchased in 1993 and opened for public use as a park by Saul Nulman. He named the park in honor of his mother. Situated at the very end of Rhode Island, Rose Nulman Park sits above the […]
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Narragansett Pier Defines the Identity of an Entire Community in Rhode Island
While Narragansett Pier is officially an unincorporated village in the town of Narragansett, Rhode Island, the pier itself means something much more to the surrounding community and region. The physical structure and intangible idea of Narragansett Pier has come to define the identity of the surrounding area in a way that connects it to the […]
The Towers Become an Icon of Narragansett, Rhode Island
What began as an extension of a prestigious resort has become an icon that symbolizes a spirit of endurance that is celebrated all across the city of Narragansett, Rhode Island. The Towers serve as a venue for a variety of activities, providing audiences with incredible views of the ocean along with a monument that connects […]
Monumentous World: The Obscure and Outstanding Monuments in Providence, Rhode Island
Monuments that connect audiences to the past of the state as well as ones that have been able to provide a new identity for the city take on a variety of forms across Providence, Rhode Island. Whether they’re parks, sculptures, or pieces of infrastructure, all of these monuments have been able to provide a sense […]
Memorial Park Features Monuments That Connect the Past to the Future of Rhode Island
Containing numerous monuments and landmarks that are dedicated to various wars along with contemporary sculptures, Memorial Park in Providence, Rhode Island, is a picturesque location that sits alongside the Providence River. Stemming from an effort to celebrates the people who gave their lives during war, what is also known as Providence River Park has done […]
The Rhode Island Irish Famine Memorial Connects History and Community
Dedicated to the victims and survivors of Ireland’s “Great Famine” of 1845-1851, the Rhode Island Irish Famine Memorial is located along the waterfront in Providence, Rhode Island. Featuring numerous statues, memorial plaques and other elements that commemorates the victims of the famine, it showcases what it means to personalize history in a way that connects […]
Waterplace Park Provides a New Identity for a Piece of Providence History
Waterplace Park is an urban park in downtown Providence, Rhode Island. Situated along the Woonasquatucket River, the park has transformed a piece of Providence history in a way that connects it to the past while also creating opportunities for engagement in the present. Transforming the Great Salt Cove In the early 1700s, Providence Cove covered […]