Overview

In Providence, Rhode Island lies Roger Williams National Memorial, dedicated to the man who left the Puritan-led Massachusetts Bay Colony in 1636 to found a city based on religious freedom.  A small National Park Service (NPS) visitor center houses a tiny museum and shows a brief film.

Highlights

Statue, 4.5-acre park, film

Must-Do Activity

After watching the 7-minute film, engage the passionate NPS employees in a discussion about the importance of the First Amendment and freedom of religion to American history.

Best Trail

A short, but steep walk takes you to a large statue of Roger Williams that offers a great overlook of the city, though it is not technically in the National Memorial.

Instagram-worthy Photo

It has to be the Roger Williams statue with its incredible views of Providence.

Peak Season

Summer, though it is open year round

Hours

https://www.nps.gov/rowi/planyourvisit/hours.htm

Fees

None

Road Conditions

All roads paved, but steep if you drive up to the statue.

Camping

Twenty miles away, Casimir Pulaski Memorial State Park offers camping.

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