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Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church
The Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church, the first African Episcopal church in America, was also a secret home for escaped slaved during the pre-emancipation days on the United States. the site is now maintained by Brown University.
Address: 193 Meeting St. Providence RI
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The Providence Athenaeum
The library was built in 1837. Edgar Allen Poe was known to spend many hours here, and reportedly wrote his name beneath a poem of his that was mistakenly published anonymously.
Address: 251 Benefit Street Providnece RI
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First Baptist Church
This church, founded by Roger Williams in 1638, was the first of its kind in the United States. Built in order for Williams and his followers to have a place of worship, the church has survived wars, rebellion and recession. While many of its contemporaries have closed their doors, the First Baptist Church in America remains vital and strong.
Address: 75 North Main Street Providence RI
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Samuel B. Mumford House
This is the actual home H.P. Lovecraft lived in while writing some of his most loved works, including The Call of Cthulhu. The home dates back to 1825 and originally stood at 66 College Street, but was moved in 1959.
Address: 65 Prospect Street Providence RI
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John Brown House Museum
Designed by John Brown, this mansion was built between the years of 1786 and 1788. It has been meticulously restored since, and features a collection of Rhode Island furniture and decorative arts.
Address: 52 Power Street Providence RI 02906
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