Thomas F. Hoppin House

The Thomas F. Hoppin House at 383 Benefit Street is an Italianate palazzo-style building with decorative cornices and large bay windows across its facade. The three-story structure now holds apartments and displays the classical residential architectural features typical of wealthy Providence in the mid-1800s.

The house was built in 1853 by architect Alpheus C. Morse following a fire that destroyed the previous building on the site in 1849. The new construction marked part of College Hill's transformation into a more desirable neighborhood during the mid-1800s.

The home reflects how wealthy Providence families lived in the 1800s and continues to shape the character of Benefit Street today. Its ornate details and substantial size show the taste and status of the people who built and owned it.

The building is visible from Benefit Street and can be observed during neighborhood walks. Visitors can view the exterior and architectural details clearly from the public street without needing special access.

Brown University owned this building for years and used it for academic offices before selling it in 2021. The conversion to residential apartments shows how historic homes in this area are being repurposed for new uses today.

Location: Rhode Island

Architects: Alpheus C. Morse

GPS coordinates: 41.82139,-71.40306

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:42