The NY Times describes Providence as . . .
". . . . like Portland, Ore., or Austin, Tex., it's also a town many times more creative and cosmopolitan than its modest population . . . . Home to an Ivy League college, one of the best design schools in the country and a major culinary institute, Providence, unsurprisingly, has exceptional food, compelling art and architecture . . . . and an inordinate number of very smart people. Yet the city remains unpretentious and affordable . . . . "
36 hours in Providence
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APA Great Places offer better choices for where and how people work and live. They are enjoyable, safe, and desirable. They are places where people want to be -- not only to visit, but to live and work every day. America's truly great streets, neighborhoods and public spaces are defined by many criteria, including architectural features, accessibility, functionality, and community involvement.
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Providence is one of 32 cities selected as finalists for the National Civic League's 2009 All-America City Awards.
They came from all over. They could have chosen to live anywhere in the country. Meet some of the new East Siders who chose to set down roots here.
Waterplace Park - Providence, RI
The American Planning Association
PROVIDENCE'S WATERPLACE PARK voted one of the 10 Great Public Spaces for 2008
Great Places. You know them when you see them, but how do they become great? All the decisions we make influence the quality of our neighborhoods, streets, and public spaces.
Great Places in America
APA's flagship program celebrates places of exemplary character, quality, and planning. Places are selected annually and represent the gold standard in terms of having a true sense of place, cultural and historical interest, community involvement, and a vision for tomorrow.
APA Great Places offer better choices for where and how people work and live. They are enjoyable, safe, and desirable. They are places where people want to be, not only to visit, but to live and work every day. America's truly great streets, neighborhoods and public spaces are defined by many criteria, including architectural features, accessibility, functionality, and community involvement.
