Rhode Island State House — Attraction in Providence

A beautiful neoclassical building that was built between 1891-1901; located in the heart of downtown Providence. This building can be seen from the Prospect Terrace park, it's also grand and magnificent up close. The dome is massive and it's the fourth largest marble dome in the world. The RI Senate is in the east wing and the RI House of Representatives are in the west wing; there are also the State library and Room. A gold statue called the Independent Man is perched on top of the grand dome.

I have fond memories and even pictures of when I was younger in front of this building. It's a photogenic spot to take those Instagram photos. I recently stayed at the hotel next door and enjoyed seeing this building during my stay. We walked around the grounds and admired the architecture and history.

Every December, they have a Christmas tree displayed in the rotunda. The grounds were nicely maintained; a beautiful structure and an important piece of Rhode Island history. If you're in Providence, I highly recommend walking the grounds and admire this...

We have a beautiful State House. Take the tour! It is Rhode Island's seventh state house, and the second in Providence after the Old Rhode Island State House. The State Capitol was originally in Newport, RI. The State House was designed by the well known architectural firm of McKim, Mead, and White and constructed from 1895 to 1904. The building had a major renovation in the late 1990s. The building served as the United States Capitol exterior in the 1997 film 'Amistad.' It also served as the City Hall of Capital City in Disney's 'Underdog.' It is the 4th largest self supported dome in the world. It houses beautiful portrait art of notable dignitaries, and a painting of George Washington done by Rhode Island painter Gilbert Stuart, one very similar hangs in the Capitol building in Washington D.C. The Independent Man that exemplifies Rhode Island's independent spirit stands at the pinnacle of this impressive building, it was crafted by Rhode Island's Gorham...

My friend and I decided to check out Providence for the weekend. We live in NYC and the bus was just 3 hours and cost $10. So why not? I strongly recommend coming to Providence. The State House was among our best highlights. Not only is the domed building majestic, but our guide was so friendly and engaging. Even though we were the only 2 on the tour, she still spent an hour showing us everything and telling us the history, as if we were valued guests. If you live in NYC you owe it to yourself to take a weekend away and check out Providence and the State House. We stayed at Providence Hostel, that cost us just $35 and was very cozy. The State House tour was free, so for under $100 we had a great weekend away (and that price included both transportation and accommodation, so you really don't have...