Roger Williams Botanical Center

Roger Williams Botanical Center is a botanical garden in Providence housing four greenhouses filled with plant collections from different climates around the world. The indoor spaces showcase palms, carnivorous plants, cacti, and many other species arranged by their native environments.

The center was established in the early 1900s within Roger Williams Park and became an important landmark for botanical research in New England. It developed into a major institution supporting plant studies and science education in the region.

The garden serves as a teaching space where visitors can observe plants from around the world and learn about their characteristics and relationships with nature. Local schools and community groups use it as a learning resource throughout the year.

The facility is easy to navigate on foot with connected greenhouses and clear signage throughout the grounds. Indoor exploration means visitors can enjoy the collections regardless of outside weather conditions any time of year.

A rose garden with a hedge maze hidden within it offers visitors an unexpected interactive element during warmer months. Many guests walk past without realizing this playful puzzle exists among the flowering plants.

Location: Providence

Address: Elmwood Ave

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-16:00

Phone: +14016807263

Website: http://bccrwp.org

GPS coordinates: 41.78248,-71.40705

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:47