Rhode Island photograph collection

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.
This collection is part of Providence Public Library Digital Collections, hosted by Providence Public Library.

Items in this collection

Jamestown Windmill

Jamestown Windmill

Providence Public Library

Image shows a windmill in Jamestown, RI. The windmill sits in a open field.

Jamestown windmill

Jamestown windmill

Providence Public Library

A clapboard sided windmill, built 1787, standing in an open field, in front of a stone wall and small houses. The windmill has a domed roof, and the lattice of its arms is seen as there is no sail on the windmill.

Jamestown windmill

Jamestown windmill

Providence Public Library

A clapboard sided windmill, built 1787, standing in the middle of a large, open field. The windmill has a domed roof, and the lattice of its arms is seen as there is no sail on the windmill.

Jamestown from the Air

Jamestown from the Air

Providence Public Library

Aerial photograph of Jamestown. The Bay View Hotel and Thorndike Hotel on Conanicut Avenue are center. Boats docked at wharf are in foreground.

Jamestown (Ferryboat)

Jamestown (Ferryboat)

Providence Public Library

Image shows the ferryboat Jameston in the water. Figures can be seen on the deck.

James Tillinghast

James Tillinghast

Providence Public Library

View of James Tillinghast (1828-1914) in his office in Wood's Building. He is seen seated at a desk with many papers stacked on it, and a small bookcase is behind him.

James Tillinghast

James Tillinghast

Providence Public Library

Straight-ahead portrait of James Tillinghast (1828-1914) in a suit and tie.

James Logan, Rigger, Newport

James Logan, Rigger, Newport

Providence Public Library

Image shows James Logan standing on a pier at Newport Harbor. Logan stands smiling with arms crossed. He wears a tie, vest and bowler hat.

Jail Yard

Jail Yard

Providence Public Library

Image shows a man, dog and cow standing in jail yard.

Jacob Cram Estate, Middletown

Jacob Cram Estate, Middletown

Providence Public Library

Image shows a horse pulled carriage in front of the Jacob Cram���Mary Sturtevant House. The house has a large wrap around porch with some lattice work and decorative framework.

J.T. Spencer's Villa "Althorp"

J.T. Spencer's Villa "Althorp"

Providence Public Library

Image shows the Althorp Villa, now called the Founders Hall and is part of the Salve Regina campus. The Colonial revival style mansion has three stories and a large front porch.

J.D. Richardson & Co. Newport

J.D. Richardson & Co. Newport

Providence Public Library

Image shows coach driver standing in front of a J.D. Richardson & Co. coach and horse. J.D. Richardson & Co is in background. Two women are walking in street towards the store.

J.D. Richardson & Co. Newport

J.D. Richardson & Co. Newport

Providence Public Library

Image shows two men sitting in a coach with patriotic decorations. The horse pulling the coach also is wearing decorations. A man stands in cart in front of building in background.

J.B. Barnaby & Co. fire ruins

J.B. Barnaby & Co. fire ruins

Providence Public Library

The ruins of J.B. Barnaby & Co. seen from the opposite side of the street after a fire on December 13, 1890. Several people are standing in the rubble.

Ivy Tower' Ashley Estate; Bellevue Ave

Image shows the Queen Anne Revival style "Ivy Tower", also called "Snug Harbor". Ivy climbs on the first floor of the estate. Photograph has been cut into an oval shape and is mounted on a mat.

Ivanhoe (Yacht) Newport

Ivanhoe (Yacht) Newport

Providence Public Library

Image shows a yacht, the "Ivanhoe" in water near Newport, RI. Fishing boats and a ferry are visible in background.

Islander, Sakonnet Line

Islander, Sakonnet Line

Providence Public Library

Steamboat Islander travelling in open water on Sakonnet Line. A large flag is flying from the boat's stern.

Irish dance at Infantry Hall

Irish dance at Infantry Hall

Providence Public Library

A room full of people in formal wear posing for a photograph at an Irish dance in Infantry Hall.

Interlaken Mills, Harris Mill

Interlaken Mills, Harris Mill

Providence Public Library

Image of an ivy-covered building with a steeple. Dense vegetation with some flowers are on the grounds. The Interlaken mills were located in Fiskeville.

Interlaken Mills Dye Works

Interlaken Mills Dye Works

Providence Public Library

Photograph of the Interlaken Mills, Dye Works in Fiskeville (Coventry). A stone wall surrounds the mill buildings. One smoke stack is prominent.

Interior, International Hall of Fame

Interior, International Hall of Fame

Providence Public Library

Color photograph of the interior of the International Tennis Hall of Fame. A man holds a tennis trophy as a man, woman and tennis player look on. The tennis player holds a tennis racquet. Framed photographs and documents hang on walls. Displays of trophies and tennis memorabilia are around the room.

Interior of Historical House

Interior of Historical House

Providence Public Library

Image shows a woman in a historical bed costume poking a fireplace in a living room. The woman wears a floor length nightgown and a white bonnet. A holiday arrangement of pine branches and pinecones are on display on the mantle.

Interior

Interior

Providence Public Library

Interior view of a sitting room. A large oriental rug covers the floor. Framed portraits hand on the walls and over the mantel of a fireplace.