Power and Politics: The Struggle for the Soul of Providence Tour
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About the Activity
Rhode Island has always been a hotbed of dissent and conflict. But for this tour, we'll take a closer look at Rhode Island's internal conflicts, including how Rhode Island's tremendous profit on the international slave trade powered the Industrial Revolution, how the state disenfranchised tens of thousands of immigrant voters in the Progressive Era, all the way through how the state fought but failed to prevent the first Gay Pride parade from taking place in Providence. Providence has also been home to courageous and resilient people who were able to achieve incredible feats despite the deck being stacked against them in every way. Learn about Edward Bannister, a 19th-century Black barber who overcame prejudice to become a painter of national acclaim; Princess Red Wing, a passionate educator, storyteller, and Narragansett and Pokanoket activist; and the 1902 labor strike that stopped Rhode Island's urban core in its tracks.2 hours
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Roger Williams National Memorial
282 N Main St, Providence, United States, 02903-1240Learn about Providence's 19th-century race riots, their causes, and their aftermath. 10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
First Baptist Church in America
75 N Main St, Providence, United States, 02903-1307Learn about the 1902 streetcar riots that stopped the city in its tracks. 10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Market House
Market Square at South Main Street, , Providence, United StatesLearn about Black entrepreneurs of the 18th century, Black artists of the 19th century, and discuss the impact of climate change and storm surge in Rhode Island. 15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location4
Providence River Walk
US Route 44, Providence, United States, 02903Learn about the Gaspee Affair, one of the first violent uprisings against the British in the American colonies. 10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location5
The Old State House
150 Benefit St, Providence, United States, 02903-1209Learn about Thomas Wilson Dorr, the "People's Governor" of Rhode Island. 10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location6
Providence
Providence, United StatesTravelers will learn about the city's tumultuous past. 1 hour 5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
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We will meet in the center of the bridge in the amphitheater. View Location
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This tour ends in the park to the north of our start point. View Location
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Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The travel time is included in the total duration of the tour.
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Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in America/New_York time to receive 100% refund.
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Operated by Providence Tour CompanyCreated on 30 Jul 2020Created on 04 Aug 2024
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