Historical attractions abound in Rhode Island! While some focus on important times in our nation’s history from the Colonial Period to the Industrial Revolution, other places represent different parts of our culture. This beautiful historic building in Providence in particular has a fascinating past. Did you know you can experience this history firsthand by making this amazing place your home?
The historic Arcade was built in 1828 as the nation’s first indoor shopping center and in 1976, earned its designation as a National Historic Landmark.
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More than 180 years later, the beautiful building still stands almost completely untouched in downtown Providence.
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The building has stunning Greek Revival style pillars, classic facades, and impressive granite walls on each of its entrances on Westminster and Weybosset streets.
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The building’s interior is filled with locally owned shops ranging from the HP Lovecraft store, to a one-of-a-kind cafe and bar.
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The apartments are “micro” living style, an emerging trend where apartments are constructed in small spaces with creative storage and organizational setups.
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If this type of living is something you’re into, you won’t find a more unique and stunning place to call your home than the Providence Arcade in the heart of Downcity.
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