Providence

Hi Neighbor Heritage: 1945 'Gansett Billboard

Hi Neighbor Heritage: 1945 'Gansett Billb...

Shot on the corner of Dorrance and Weybosset, this image appeared in the Providence Journal around 1945. The JWU library would be behind the photographer and today stands a Dunkin'...

Hi Neighbor Heritage: 1945 'Gansett Billb...

Shot on the corner of Dorrance and Weybosset, this image appeared in the Providence Journal around 1945. The JWU library would be behind the photographer and today stands a Dunkin' Donuts (what else) on the opposite corner. Oh...

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New England Heritage: The Arcade In Providence Reopens

New England Heritage: The Arcade In Provi...

Most of us probably never knew that America's oldest indoor shopping mall is right in downtown Providence. The historic Arcade has been a New England landmark since 1828. A recent...

New England Heritage: The Arcade In Provi...

Most of us probably never knew that America's oldest indoor shopping mall is right in downtown Providence. The historic Arcade has been a New England landmark since 1828. A recent revival project has helped this historic shopping center...

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Hi Neighbor Heritage: 1950's Mural Ad

Hi Neighbor Heritage: 1950's Mural Ad

This image was take on South Main Street in Providence circa 1950's. Mural ads like this really added character and flare to the buildings back then. It was a subtle...

Hi Neighbor Heritage: 1950's Mural Ad

This image was take on South Main Street in Providence circa 1950's. Mural ads like this really added character and flare to the buildings back then. It was a subtle outdoor sign that was large enough to get...

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Vintage Photo: Cooler Sign At Standard Liquors

Vintage Photo: Cooler Sign At Standard Li...

Check that out! A vintage Narragansett sign for Standard Liquors in Providence. It dates back to the 60's when they sold about 24,000 cases of Gansett a year. The owners...

Vintage Photo: Cooler Sign At Standard Li...

Check that out! A vintage Narragansett sign for Standard Liquors in Providence. It dates back to the 60's when they sold about 24,000 cases of Gansett a year. The owners have been searching for it and just found...

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Vintage Photo: Downtown Providence In 1909

Vintage Photo: Downtown Providence In 1909

Can you see the 'Gansett sign? Pretty cool! We love seeing vintage photos of our beloved Providence from back in the day. Feel free to leave a comment. Maybe if...

Vintage Photo: Downtown Providence In 1909

Can you see the 'Gansett sign? Pretty cool! We love seeing vintage photos of our beloved Providence from back in the day. Feel free to leave a comment. Maybe if you know which building this is or a...

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