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Providence and Beyond

With the affordability of a smaller city and the resources of nearby Boston and New York City, Providence offers a combination of classic New England beauty, immersive arts culture, and the excitement of a city packed with colleges and Universities. A strong arts culture thrives amid Providence’s historic cobblestone streets and colonial architecture.

Creative Spaces

Breathtaking spaces like the Athenaeum and the Fleet Library at the Rhode Island School of Design provide the perfect atmosphere for creative and academic work. AS220 offers classes in everything from ballet to screenprinting, and hosts arts events, shows, and festivals, while the Steel Yard teaches metalworking and ceramics. Musicians ranging from pop artists to indie groups play shows at The Strand, and the nationally renowned Trinity Repertory Company delivers dramatic productions of all kinds.

River Walk

In addition to the Rhode Island School of Design Museum’s stunning collection, RISD student shows abound throughout the year. On summer WaterFire nights, you can find mimes, musicians, and artists crowding along the river while boats glide through the shadows to light dozens of bonfires on platforms spaced throughout the water.

Culinary Pursuits

Providence also takes pride in its culinary scene. Students will find an abundance of affordable dining options, ranging from Korean and Thai to acclaimed restaurants in the Italian Federal Hill neighborhood and artisan donut shops that draw lines down the block. Dining in? Home chefs will find a abundance of fresh produce at the farmer's markets staged all over the city.

Blueways and Greenways

If kayaking along the Providence River and the panoramic bay views from India Point Park don’t satisfy your taste for nature, you’ll find beautiful mountain hikes and ocean scenery just a short drive or bus ride away from the city. The Ocean State may be the nation’s smallest, but it boasts 400 miles of coastline on the Atlantic, replete with seaside towns, harbors, and beaches. Visit the historic mansions lining Newport’s cliffs or venture inland to pick your own fruits and vegetables and on local farms.