Rhode Island State House

Tour a white marble capitol by McKim, Mead & White and look up at the Independent Man on its dome.

82 Smith St · Providence, RI

About Rhode Island State House

The Rhode Island State House is a neoclassical capitol designed by McKim, Mead & White and built of white Georgia marble, with one of the largest self-supported marble domes in the world. On top stands the Independent Man, an 11-foot gilded bronze statue. Inside you can see Gilbert Stuart's full-length portrait of George Washington in the State Room and the original Royal Charter of 1663. Docent-led and self-guided tours are offered on weekdays.

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