As Rhode Island's capital, Providence is well-known as the state's hub for food, arts and entertainment, but it's also the state's oldest town. Providence was founded by Roger Williams in 1636 ...
Rhode Island's independent streak – it was the only state to reject ratification of the 18th Amendment banning the manufacture and sale of alcohol in 1920 – dates back to its 17th century ...
The Museum of the American Revolution recently loaned “Brave Men as Ever Fought,” a portrait commemorating the First Rhode ...