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Eastside in Providence

Avon Cinema on Thayer St., East Side, Providence, R.I.
Brown University's College Green, East Side, Providence, R.I.
Spectrum India, Thayer St., Providence, R.I.

Eastside in Providence, R.I.

Shops
Berk's Shoes and Clothing - mostly women's shoes and clothing; 272 Thayer St. 401-831-0174WEBSITE
Books on the Square - independent book store; events, book clubs; children's section; 471 Angell St., Wayland Square 401-331-9097WEBSITE
Brown Bookstore - university bookstore; books, apparel, gifts, Brown University memorabilia; 244 Thayer St. 401-863-3168WEBSITE
Green Ink - women's clothing, jewelry, accessories, shoes, books, baby gifts; 199 Wayland Ave., Wayland Square 401-421-0250WEBSITE
Henry Bear's Park - toys, games, puzzles, books, crafts, art supplies, musical toys, building sets; 736 Hope St. 401-351-5718WEBSITE
J. McLaughlin - women's and men's classic, colorful clothing and accessories; 497 Angell St., Wayland Square 401-680-8985WEBSITE
Kreatelier - custom fabric items for the home; creative textile products; apparel, accessories, reusable bags, baby items; 804 Hope St. 401-432-7995WEBSITE
Pleasant Surprise - unique gift shop; 297 Thayer St. 401-273-1202WEBSITE
RISD Store - Rhode Island School of Design Store, online also; 30 North Main St. 401-454-6464WEBSITE
RISD Works - MOVED to the RISD Store; items created by RISD alumni and faculty; 30 North Main St. 401-454-6464WEBSITE
Shades Plus - CLOSED; funky toys, knick knacks, cards, novelties; 281 Thayer St. 401-861-9309WEBSITE
Sneaker Junkies - sneakers, men's and women's clothes, accessories; 290 Thayer St. 401-437-6997WEBSITE
Spectrum India - Indian imports, clothing, gifts, jewelry, food items, books, parties; 252 Thayer St. 401-421-1010WEBSITE
Speidel - watches, watchbands, jewelry, gifts; watch repair; flagship store; 145 Wayland Ave., Wayland Square 401-519-2000WEBSITE
Urban Outfitters - clothes, gifts, accessories, decor; 285-289 Thayer St. 401-351-4080WEBSITE
Urban Thread - consignment boutique; 117 Brook St. 401-654-6935WEBSITE
West Elm - furniture and home decor; 179 Wayland Ave., Wayland Square 401-274-1901WEBSITE

Article about Wickenden Street Shopping and Eateries - quirky and artsy Wickenden StreetWEBSITE
NY Times article about Providence - nytimes.com; photo slideshowWEBSITE

General Information
Providence Warwick Convention and Visitors Bureau Info Center - visitor center at the RI Convention Center; brochures, maps, shop, restrooms, self guided walking audio tour; 1 Sabin St. 401-751-1177WEBSITE
General Information about Providence - good overview & pictures of city and areas near BrownWEBSITE
Go Providence - goprovidence.com; Providence Warwick Convention and Visitors Bureau; lots of visitor info; events, self-guided walking tours; 401-456-0200WEBSITE
Providence Monthly - online magazines about Providence, including Hey Rhody, Providence the Bay and SO Rhode Island; lots of local news and info; 401-305-3391WEBSITE
Rhode Island Travel Guide - visitrhodeisland.com; visitor information and guide to events, activities, hotels, restaurants and news; WEBSITE
Visit New England - visitri.com; website about visiting New England states, including R.I.; info about activities, lodging, events, dining, transportationWEBSITE

Restaurants
Al Forno - fine dining; innovative dishes on South Main Street; 577 South Main St. 401-273-9760WEBSITE
Andrea's - Greek American restaurant serving lunch and dinner; 268 Thayer St. 401-331-7879WEBSITE
Blue State Coffee - CLOSED; very good coffee shop on Thayer Street; also in Brown Bookstore; liberal political theme; 300 Thayer St. 401-383-8393WEBSITE
Bolt Coffee at RISD Museum - coffee cafe plus breakfast and lunch items; RISD Museum, 224 Benefit St. 401-400-0459WEBSITE
Hemenway's Seafood Grill and Oyster Bar - long time seafood restaurant on South Main Street; raw bar, chowders, lobster, wide variety of seafood choices; desserts; 121 South Main St. 401-351-8570WEBSITE
Modern Diner - cozy historic diner in nearby Pawtucket 3 miles north on Hope St.; 364 East Ave., Pawtucket 401-726-8390WEBSITE
Pasta Beach - pasta dishes and a variety of wood fired pizzas; also, calzones, sandwiches, shared plates and salads; 195 Wayland Ave. 401-270-0740WEBSITE
Persimmon - modern American cuisine; moved from Bristol, R.I., located at former site of Rue De L'Espoir on the East Side; 99 Hope St. 401-432-7422WEBSITE
PVDonuts - handmade creative donuts, including brioche-like yeasted donuts, vegan donuts, traditional donuts, seasonal flavors; 79 Ives St. no phoneWEBSITE
Tallulahs Taqueria - casual Mexican restaurant with create your own menu; burritos, tacos, bowls, tortas, quesadillas; 146 Ives St. 401-272-8226WEBSITE
The Coffee Exchange - great coffee, cozy and unique cafe on Wickenden Street, East Side; 207 Wickenden St. 401-273-1198WEBSITE
Wayland Square Diner - breakfast and lunch diner; 208 Wayland Ave., Wayland Square 401-421-2712WEBSITE

List of Restaurants - goprovidence.com siteWEBSITE

Accommodations
Aloft Providence Downtown - downtown hotel near the Providence river; city and river views rooms; 1 King or 2 Queen bed rooms; rooftop bar, offsite garage parking, pet friendly; 191 Dorrance St. 401-252-0710WEBSITE
Christopher Dodge House - 14 room bed and breakfast in a 3 story 1800's mansion serving full brkfst.; variety of rooms with twin, queen and king beds; located north west of downtown (1 mile) and the eastside (1.3 mile) ; 11 West Park St. 401-351-6111WEBSITE
Courtyard Providence Downtown - Marriott Courtyard located downtown with king, 2 queen and 1 bedroom guest rooms; onsite bistro for breakfast and some dinner options; packages available; 32 Exchange Terrace at Memorial Blvd. 401-272-1191WEBSITE
Dean Hotel - boutique hotel w/ 52 guest rooms; king, queen, double, 1 or 2 bunk bed rooms; onsite dining at North, weekend brunch, Bolt coffee cafe, karaoke bar, small dog friendly, free bike rental; 122 Fountain St. 401-455-3326WEBSITE
Edgewood Manor and Charles Newhall House - two historic bnb's next door to each other; 9 and 7 room Victorian and Empire style houses; kings, queens, suites; fireplaces, jacuzzis, full breakfast, discount for multi night stays, antique furnishings, weddings; 232 Norwood Ave. 401-781-0099WEBSITE
Graduate Providence - historic downtown hotel, formerly The Biltmore; King bed rooms, junior suites, and large suites; also, 2 King bed junior suite; cafe, restaurant, spa onsite; wedding and events venue; next door parking garage package; 11 Dorrance St. 401-421-0700WEBSITE
Hampton Inn and Suites Providence Downtown - downtown inn across from the Arcade Providence; king, 2 queen rooms, suites; buffet breakfast; 58 Weybosset St. 401-608-3500WEBSITE
Hilton Garden Inn Providence - king and 2 queen rooms, some w/ sofa beds; restaurant on site; located near India Point Park; 1/3 mile to Wickenden St.; 220 India St. 401-272-5577WEBSITE
Hilton Providence - downtown hotel w/king, queen and 2 double bed rooms, on site restaurant, packages, adjacent to civic center and convention center; 21 Atwells Ave. 401-831-3900WEBSITE
Homewood Suites by Hilton Providence Downtown - downtown hotel w/studios and suites with king or 2 queen beds; breakfast buffet, packages; 5 Exchange St. 401-942-2001WEBSITE
Hotel Providence - historic boutique hotel located downtown close to Downcity shops, dining, theater and universities; rooms with king, queen, 2 queen or 2 full beds; on site eatery w/seasonal outdoor patio, pet friendly; 139 Mathewson St. 401-861-8000WEBSITE
Omni Providence Hotel - deluxe hotel connected to convention center, civic center and indoor shopping mall; king, 2 double bed rooms and suites; packages, onsite steakhouse; also, meals to go ; 1 West Exchange St. 401-598-8000WEBSITE
Providence Marriott Downtown - downtown hotel w/king, queen and double bed rooms; on site restaurants, spa; pet friendly, complimentary on site parking; indoor and seasonal outdoor pools; 1 Orms St. 401-272-2400WEBSITE
Renaissance Providence Downtown Hotel - king and 2 queen guest rooms plus suites; on site restaurant, event venue; 5 Avenue of the Arts 401-919-5000WEBSITE
Residences on Angell - 441 Angell St. 401-273-7777WEBSITE
The Beatrice - luxury hotel in renovated historic downtown building; king and 2 queen rooms; on site dining, packages, pet friendly; 90 Westminster St. 401-443-2960WEBSITE

Events, Activities, Attractions
Avon Cinema - independent and foreign files, documentaries too; 260 Thayer St. 401-421-0020WEBSITE
Brown University - on the East Side, near the Thayer Street shopping; Campus Center; 75 Waterman St. 401-863-1000WEBSITE
Cable Car Cinema & Cafe - CLOSED; unique films on South Main Street; 204 South Main St. 401-272-3970WEBSITE
RI Historical Society - walking tours and exhibits; Aldrich House, John Brown House, RIHS Library; 121 Hope St. 401-273-8107WEBSITE
RISD - Rhode Island School of Design, on the East Side; 2 College St. 401-454-6100WEBSITE
RISD Museum - art museum showcasing paintings, sculpture, decorative arts, costumes, furniture and more from antiquity to present day; online viewing of collection available; located 1/2 mi. from downtown; 20 North Main St. 401-454-6500WEBSITE
Riverwalk and Waterplace Park - outdoor park in downtown Providence; 10 Memorial Blvd. 401-785-9450WEBSITE
Great Events Calendar - sporting events, shows, other city eventsWEBSITE

Kids
Brown University - on the East Side, near the Thayer Street shopping; Campus Center; 75 Waterman St. 401-863-1000WEBSITE
Providence Children's Museum - museum for kids with lots of hands on activities designed for learning and play; 100 South St. 401-273-5437WEBSITE
RISD - Rhode Island School of Design, on the East Side; 2 College St. 401-454-6100WEBSITE
RISD Museum - art museum showcasing paintings, sculpture, decorative arts, costumes, furniture and more from antiquity to present day; online viewing of collection available; located 1/2 mi. from downtown; 20 North Main St. 401-454-6500WEBSITE
Riverwalk and Waterplace Park - outdoor park in downtown Providence; 10 Memorial Blvd. 401-785-9450WEBSITE
Kids Activities - kidoinfo.com has a calendar of events for kids' activities all over Rhode IslandWEBSITE

Providence: East Side Shops and Historic Sites, May 2010

Photo Gallery

Sneaker Junkies, Thayer St., East Side, Providence
Sneaker Junkies, Thayer St., East Side, Providence

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Urban Outfitters, Thayer St., Providence, R.I.
Urban Outfitters, Thayer St., Providence, R.I.

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Berk's Shoes, Thayer St., Providence, R.I.
Berk's Shoes, Thayer St., Providence, R.I.

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Brown Bookstore, Thayer St., East Side, Providence, R.I.
Brown Bookstore, Thayer St., East Side, Providence, R.I.

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Van Wickle Gates at Brown University campus, East Side, Providence
Van Wickle Gates at Brown University campus, East Side, Providence

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List Art Center and Bell Gallery, Brown University, College St., Providence, R.I.
List Art Center and Bell Gallery, Brown University, College St., Providence, R.I.

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Carrie Tower, Brown Campus, East Side, Providence, R.I.
Carrie Tower, Brown Campus, East Side, Providence, R.I.

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Pleasant Surprise, Thayer St., Providence, R.I.
Pleasant Surprise, Thayer St., Providence, R.I.

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Avon Cinema, Thayer St., Providence. R.I.
Avon Cinema, Thayer St., Providence. R.I.

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Spectrum India, Thayer St., Providence, R.I.
Spectrum India, Thayer St., Providence, R.I.

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