Rhode Island has always been a hotbed of dissent and conflict. But for this tour, we'll take a closer look at Rhode Island's internal conflicts, including how Rhode Island's tremendous profit on the international slave trade powered the Industrial Revolution, how the state disenfranchised tens of thousands of immigrant voters in the Progressive Era, all the way through how the state fought but failed to prevent the first Gay Pride parade from taking place in Providence. Providence has also been home to courageous and resilient people who were able to achieve incredible feats despite the deck being stacked against them in every way. Learn about Edward Bannister, a 19th-century Black barber who overcame prejudice to become a painter of national acclaim; Princess Red Wing, a passionate educator, storyteller, and Narragansett and Pokanoket activist; and the 1902 labor strike that stopped Rhode Island's urban core in its tracks.
Private charter boat tour of Sand Hollow State Park
High-quality boats can take up to 18 passengers
Excursion includes safety gear and choice of three water toys
Instructors can teach you skills like wakeboarding and waterskiing
What To Expect
Roger Williams National Memorial
Learn about Providence’s 19th-century race riots, their causes, and their aftermath.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
First Baptist Church in America
Learn about the 1902 streetcar riots that stopped the city in its tracks.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Market House
Learn about Black entrepreneurs of the 18th century, Black artists of the 19th century, and discuss the impact of climate change and storm surge in Rhode Island.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Providence River Walk
Learn about the Gaspee Affair, one of the first violent uprisings against the British in the American colonies.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Old State House
Learn about Thomas Wilson Dorr, the “People’s Governor” of Rhode Island.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Providence
Travelers will learn about the city’s tumultuous past.
1 hour 5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Stroller accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
The travel time is included in the total duration of the tour.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Include
Expert Guide