Voices of Resilience: Hidden History of Providence Tour
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2 hours
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From pivotal social justice movements to the personal narratives of unsung heroes, Voices of Resilience offers a deeper understanding of Providence’s identity and legacy of courage, resistance, and triumph. We'll take a closer look at how Rhode Island's tremendous profit on the international slave trade powered the Industrial Revolution, how the state barely overcame revolution in defiance of rebellious suffragists, all the way through how the state fought but failed to prevent the first Gay Pride parade from taking place in Providence in 1976.
Providence has been home to diverse, 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 Narragansett and Pokanoket activist; and the 1902 labor strike that stopped Rhode Island's urban core in its tracks.
Additional Info
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
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What To Expect
Roger Williams National Memorial
Learn about Providence's 19th-century race riots, their causes, and their aftermath.
First Baptist Church in America
Learn about the 1902 streetcar riots that stopped the city in its tracks.
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Voices of Resilience: Hidden History of Providence Tour
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great historical tour
Ellen A,
Jul 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fabulous tour guide, Sherri was personable, professional and vey knowledgeable. The tour was well structured and covered many interesting topics and sites.
Sherry was great. Great...
Marc R,
Jul 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Sherry was great. Great delivery and pace. Very informative and new perspective. Great way to spend a few hours.
It was fine. A nice couple of hours.
Linda G,
Jun 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.002 hour walk investigating personal histories of marginalized peoples in 1700’s and 1800’s Providence up to the Civil war. Guide also pointed out some architectural features.
Great for history and politics geeks
SoHaGal,
Aug 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is an excellent tour for aficionados of history and politics. Kate was a terrific and accommodating guide. We have a much better understanding of the factors influencing Providence’s history.
Learning unknown stories...
Elaine C,
Jun 16, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Learning unknown stories about people who made a difference in Providence…the black girl who persuaded the legislature to provide high school education to black students; the story of the Narragansett’s on the downtown mural; the Bannisters love story, and many other stories - the Door rebellion - that I heard for the first time! Very fun, and well done.
Informative fun and witty guide
Andrea L,
Jun 9, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Terrific morning. Thoughtful fun and informative guide. Great way to learn about the city and the political past from someone who works in state government. Very knowledgeable about black Americans contributions to Rhode island. You should do this!
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