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Great Escape
A
look at what to do in the major U.S. and worldwide tourist destinations. --
October 16, 2006
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Providence is a unique blend of Old World charm and modern
sophistication. Duck into a funky bistro to chat, glide down the Providence
River on a gondola or lace up your skates for a twirl around the rink. It's
all here for you. Providence's historic sites and
wonderful theaters and museums have blended seamlessly with newer attractions
like the mega-mall Riverwalk and new hotels and restaurants. No
matter what your interest or taste, Providence, whose start came from rum and
molasses trading, serves it up for you. Median income --
$26,867 Median house value -- $101,500 For
more information visit www.pwcvb.com or
call 1-800-233-1636. |
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| The Top 9 Attractions in
Providence |
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| WaterFire 401-273-9727
From May to October, 100 bonfires blaze
just above the surface of the three rivers that pass through downtown
Providence. With a background of classical and world music, WaterFire is
an unforgettable experience. |
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| RISD (Rhode Island School of
Design) Museum 401-454-6500
The RISD traces the history of art from
antiquities to the present through exhibitions and a 80,000 piece
collection of art from all media include paintings, sculptures,
costumes, prints, photographs and more representing cultures around the
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| Roger Williams Park Zoo
401-385-9632
See the 1,500 animals on display,
including elephants, snow leopards, moon bears, gibbons and more. The
zoo is open year-round. |
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| John Brown House 401-331-8575
This 1786 Georgian-style mansion is
filled with John Brown's favorite objects and art that he received
during his famous China trade. |
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| Culinary Archives and Museum
401-598-2805
Internationally renowned, with a half a
million items in its collection; explore five thousand years of culinary
history under one roof. |
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| Governor Henry Lippitt House
Museum 401-453-0688
This 1865 Renaissance Revival Mansion
has been described by the New York Times as one of the
"most complete, authentic and intact Victorian houses in the
country." |
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| Water Place Park and
Riverwalk
Stroll by the river past the
Venice-inspired bridges and see a street artist at work and enjoy the
public art on this four-acre park and scenic riverwalk. |
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| Federal Hill 401-555-1212
This historic district of Providence is
known as Little Italy, you'll know you've arrived by the gateway,
complete with bronzed pinecone. |
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| State House 401-222-2357
This marble building houses King
Charles' 1663 charter for the Rhode Island colony. |
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