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.
Image shows a view of the Seekonk River and the City of Providence from Fort Hill in East Providence. Railroad construction materials lay on the ground below Fort Hill in the foreground. The Seekonk River runs horizontally through the center of the photograph. The Narragansett Electric Company building, Industrial Trust Building and R.I. State House are visible in the background.
Image shows a view of Providence from the dome of a building that stood on Hospital St. Houses are visible in the foreground and background of photograph. Rhode Island Hospital build and grounds are in center.
Image shows a view of Providence from the dome of a building that stood on Hospital St. Houses, industrial buildings and the Providence River are visible in photograph.
Image shows a view of Providence from the dome of a building that stood on Hospital St. Houses, industrial buildings, gardens and churches are visible in photograph.
Image shows a view of Providence, RI from the dome of a building which stood on Hospital Street. Houses and industrial buildings are visible on either side of the Providence River. The Providence River runs horizontally through the center of the photograph.
Image shows a view of Providence, RI from the dome of a building which stood on Hospital Street. Houses, churches and industrial buildings are visible.
Image shows view of Providence from Prospect Park terrace with houses in foreground. First Baptist Church in America and Benefit Street Armory are in center of image, and city hall in background.
View of Providence from a rooftop. The steeple of the First Baptist Church in America and the Central Hotel are visible in the background. Rooftops and chimneys are in the foreground.
Image shows Exchange Place in Providence, RI. Street trolleys, horse drawn carts and pedestrians travel in streets. Union Depot and Butler Exchange building are visible in photograph.
Image of R.I Theodore Francis Green Airport taken from a rooftop. Image shows parking lots, hangar, multiple airplanes, people walking. Hillsgrove Village is visible in distant background.
Image shows the Old Stone Mill, also called Newport Tower in Touro Park. A short iron fence surrounds the Tower. Houses on Mill Street are visible behind trees.
Aerial view of the future site of the U.S. Post Office. Houses still stand on the future site of the Post Office. The North Burial Ground and residential streets are visible in the background. Railroad tracks run in the foreground.
Image shows harbor and buildings of Fox Point and Point Street Bridge. Boats and Ferries are docked along harbour. Photograph was taken from the chimney of Narragansett Electric Light company.
Image shows figures standing on shore. Sailboats and either Sassafras Point or Fuller Rock Light are in background. The original label misidentifies the lighthouse.
Aerial view of the future site of the U.S. Post Office. Most buildings on the construction site have been demolished and cleared. The North Burial Ground and residential streets are visible in the background. Railroad tracks run in the foreground.
Image shows the corner of Westminster Street and Cathedral Square in Providence, RI. The Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul is visible on the left of photograph. Cars are parked in a lot in foreground and on street.
Image shows the Capitol Theater on Westminster Street in Providence, RI. The building is six stories high and has fire escapes on its exterior facing Westminster Street. The theater has an electric sign with the image of the dome of the RI State House on top. A figurative monument is in the street outside the theater.
