Esek Hopkins House

The Esek Hopkins House is a colonial residence in Providence featuring two-and-a-half stories with a gable roof and three bays across its front facade. A gambrel-roofed addition built around 1802 extends the original structure, with a smaller single-story section attached to the rear.

This residence was built in 1756 for Esek Hopkins, who later became the first Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Navy during the American Revolutionary War. The house reflects the family's prominence in a period when Providence was growing as a commercial center.

The house became a public memorial in 1908 to honor Esek Hopkins and his role in early American naval history. Its rooms show how a prosperous family lived and worked during the late colonial period.

The house is located on Admiral Street in Providence and is managed by the city's Department of Parks and Recreation. Check in advance about access, as the building may have limited visiting hours or require special arrangements.

The building's exterior shows clear evidence of different construction periods, with the original 18th-century structure later expanded using early 19th-century architectural styles. These visible layers of construction tell a story of how the family adapted its home over decades.

Location: Rhode Island

Inception: 1756

GPS coordinates: 41.84139,-71.42083

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:47