Rhode Island State House
A state capitol with the world's fourth-largest self-supporting marble dome, and interior open to free visits on weekdays.
The Rhode Island State House was designed by McKim, Mead & White and completed in 1904. Its white Georgia marble dome rises on the north side of downtown and is a landmark of the city skyline. It is open for free on weekdays, where you can tour on your own or join a free guided tour. Inside you will find a full-length portrait of Washington by Gilbert Stuart and the original 1663 Royal Charter of Rhode Island. Security screening is required to enter, and the lawn in front is a good spot to photograph the skyline.
Opening hours
Mon–Fri 08:30–16:30; closed weekends
Nearby sights
- Roger Williams National Memorial
- First Baptist Church in America
- Prospect Terrace Park
- Westminster Arcade
- Benefit Street
- RISD Museum
- Providence Performing Arts Center
- Providence Athenaeum