Westminster Arcade, Greek Revival indoor mall in Providence, United States
The Westminster Arcade features three levels of retail spaces connected by open galleries beneath a row of glass skylights running through the building.
Constructed in 1828 by developer Cyrus Butler, this structure marks a milestone as the first enclosed shopping center built in the United States.
The granite building with two identical entrances, each supported by six Ionic columns, represents the integration of European commercial design into American architecture.
The ground floor contains retail stores and restaurants, while the upper two floors house micro-apartments ranging from 225 to 300 square feet.
Teams of oxen transported massive granite columns eight miles across dirt roads to construct the symmetrical Greek temple fronts of the building.
Location: Rhode Island
Architectural style: Greek Revival architecture
Address: 65 Weybosset St, Providence, RI 02903, USA 02903 Providence 02903 Providence
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 07:00-20:00
GPS coordinates: 41.82401,-71.41055
Latest update: May 10, 2025 16:02
Providence brings together museums, historical buildings, and natural spaces. The city is home to Brown University, the white-domed Rhode Island State House, and the RISD Museum with its art collection. Roger Williams Park and Water Place offer relaxing areas. Federal Hill retains its Italian character while Benefit Street showcases colonial houses. The rivers host WaterFire and gondolas.
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