The Rhode Island Photograph Collection is a collection of photographs that document the landscape and life of Rhode Islanders across the state from the mid 19th century through the 20th century. The collection grew over time as the Providence Public Library had photographs donated to them from a variety of donors. There are an estimated 6,000 plus images in this collection.
Composite image of the Laurel Hill Yarn Company in Pascoag. The top image is in a rectangular shape and features a building with a central tower. The bottom image is in an oval shape; it shows a two-storied building and a larger stone building along a body of water.
Photograph of the Lauderdale Building on Westminster Street. The Arcade is seen on the left of the frame and three businesses are visible: Ryan & Co., Child's, and Sea Grill Restaurant.
Photograph from opposite corner of street of the Larner Building. Businesses visible are Bond Dentist, a music store, Jones & Spencer, and Providence Medical Institute. Several people are seen standing on the corner.
Kinsley Building seen from the opposite corner of the street. Businesses in the building include Smart's, Regal Shine Co., The Vocalion Co., and Laskey's. A church is seen in the background.
Front view of the Kingston Congregational Church, seen from the opposite side of the street. The church is surrounded by trees and an iron fence is seen in the foreground.
The Kent County jail, a large stone and wood building, seen through a stone bridge over a dirt road. Power lines run along the road and the bridge, and a man is seen passing beneath the bridge.
The Kent County jail, a large stone and wood building, seen through a stone bridge over a dirt road. Power lines run along the road and the bridge, and a man is seen passing beneath the bridge.
Members of the Kentish Guard in uniform marching out of their armory, led by flag bearers. The entrance is flanked by columns and reinforced wood panels, and letters above the door read Kentish Guards 1774.
Members of the Kentish Guard in uniform marching out of their armory, led by flag bearers. The entrance is flanked by columns and reinforced wood panels, and letters above the door read Kentish Guards 1774.
Side view of a wagon advertising Soapine, a product of Kendall Mfg. Co. The wagon is painted on all sides with images and descriptions of Soapine's use. A row of buildings is in the background.
Image shows the Julia Ward Howe House in Newport. The house is three stories and has clapboard siding and a gambrel roof. A cellar door is open on the side of the house.
Image shows the Julia Ward Howe House in Newport. The house is three stories and has clapboard siding and a gambrel roof. A cellar door is open on the side of the house.