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Providence Gallery

The city has a brilliant mix of rich historical and contemporary architectural styles. The new buildings are signs of their advancement in the field of technology but the old ones are class apart. The city is one of the oldest cities in the United States and has some of most impressive historical buildings to offer. These buildings bring the history of the city alive and help define the architectural elegance and magnificence of the distant past.

Major buildings that catch the eye of visitors to the city are Rhode Island School of Design Museum, Governor Stephen Hopkins House, and Westminster Arcade. Downtown has many skyscrapers which have unique designs and shapes.

The combination of historical and modern architecture attract millions of tourists every year. Architectural wonders include Roger Williams National Memorial, Old State House, Roger Williams National Memorial and Providence City Hall.