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Black History on Providence's East Side - Walking Tour (Special Collaboration with Stages of Freedom)

  • February 21, 2026 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

  • John Brown House Museum

    52 Power Street
    Providence, Rhode Island 02906
Ticket Price $11.63-$16.88 Buy Tickets
Description

Join the John Brown House Museum, a Rhode Island Historical Society museum, on Saturday, February 21st at 11:00 am for our Black History on Providence's East Side walking tour.

Celebrating Black History Month, we will be collaborating with Stages of Freedom for a special edition of the tour. Guests can expect to end the tour at the Stages of Freedom Bookstore (20 Westminster St, Providence, RI 02903) to learn more about the organization.

The tour itself will explore the past of Providence's East Side Black communities that fought gentrification and enslavement. Delve into history as we shed light on racial tensions, community resistance,  and how Providence’s diverse demographics were shaped. From the historic neighborhoods to the legacies of struggle and resilience, this journey illuminates Providence’s Black history, honoring both the triumphs and challenges faced by its people.

The tour is about 75 minutes long, covering a distance of one mile over flat and downhill sidewalks. Comfortable walking shoes recommended! 

Date & Time

Sat, Feb 21, 2026 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Venue Details

John Brown House Museum

52 Power Street
Providence, Rhode Island 02906 John Brown House Museum
Rhode Island Historical Society

The Rhode Island Historical Society, the state's oldest and only statewide historical organization, is dedicated to honoring, interpreting and sharing Rhode Island's past to enrich the present and inspire the future. Founded in 1822, the RIHS is an advocate for history as a means to develop empathy and 21st  -century skills, using its historical materials and knowledge to explore topics of timeless relevance and public interest. As a Smithsonian Affiliate, it is dedicated to providing high-quality, accessible public programming and educational opportunities for all Rhode Islanders through its four sites: the John Brown House Museum, the Museum of Work & Culture, the Mary Elizabeth Robinson Research Center and the Aldrich House.


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