“Beehive of Industry” to Creative Capital. New England’s third largest city.
Providence, Rhode Island was founded in 1636, making it one of the oldest cities in the United States. The early colony was founded by Roger Williams, who left the Massachusetts Bay Colony to found the First Baptist Church in America. The congregation remains today, in a house of worship constructed in 1776. The city of Providence is largely a service and industrial economy. Seven institutions of higher learning are located in the city, including the Ivy League Brown University. The city is largely accessible to the disabled and wheelchair users, making it an easy to visit city in New England.
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Airport Accessibility
T.F. Green Airport is served by 10 different airlines and features an updated, wheelchair accessible terminal.
Attractions & Sights
See WaterFire on the Woonasquatucket River and enjoy a traditional Italian meal in the Federal Hill Neighborhood.
Hotels & Accommodations
Review this list of wheelchair accessible hotels in Providence, Rhode Island.
Public Transportation
City buses are wheelchair accessible and Amtrak can take you to Boston in under an hour.
Wheelchair Taxis
Rear-entry wheelchair taxis are available in Providence.
Sidewalk Accessibility
Winter weather and snowfall wreaks havoc on sidewalk accessibility.