Providence County Courthouse, County courthouse and skyscraper in College Hill, Providence, United States
The Providence County Courthouse is a county courthouse and skyscraper in College Hill, Providence, Rhode Island. The structure features red brick walls with limestone detailing in Georgian Revival style and spans seven floors.
The building opened in 1930 and replaced earlier judicial structures on the site. The original buildings on this location dated back to a 1723 town house.
The building sits prominently on Benefit Street among other historic structures, serving as a recognizable landmark for the neighborhood. It remains a place where important legal decisions affecting the region are made and discussed.
The courthouse is located on Benefit Street and requires security screening before entry. Visitors should know that access may be limited during court proceedings.
The structure ranks among the tallest buildings in Providence while blending seamlessly with the historic neighborhood around it. This balance between modern scale and historic surroundings is uncommon for buildings of that era.
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