CITY OF PROVIDENCE - DEPARTMENT OF ART, CULTURE + TOURISM

Rhode Island

Profile Type: Cultural Nonprofit

Cultural Nonprofit

The Providence Department of Art, Culture + Tourism ensures the continued development of a vibrant and creative city by integrating arts and culture into community life while showcasing Providence as an international cultural destination.

From music and dance to Opera In the Park, Mayor Angel Taveras' Neighborhood Performing Arts Initiative showcases the art of local neighborhoods in city parks.

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A free summer concert series that showcases emerging local and national acts in one of the city's most breathtaking parks.

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An initiative working to collectively promote galleries, individual artists, art retailers, museums and performing arts venues throughout the city.

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A family-fun day filled with vendors, live music and culminating with a spectacular fireworks display set to music.

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Initiated in 2009, the annual lecture honors the late Claiborne Pell. Senator Pell is best remembered for being a champion of education, the arts and the humanities.

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The Gallery at City Hall exhibits an eclectic array of work that highlights the artistic and cultural diversity found in the Providence community.

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An initiative designed to bring live performances directly to residents at the senior centers and high rises throughout Providence.

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