Providence, RI, Guide: Why You Should Visit the East Coast Creative Hotspot Now [Video]

With 400 miles of Atlantic shoreline, Rhode Island is a coastal destination that packs extraordinary beauty within its tiny borders. Known as “The Ocean State,” it boasts hard-working harbor towns, fresh seafood, stunning beaches, and quintessential New England allure. Founded as a haven for independent thought, Rhode Island’s statehood was initially met with significant resistance, largely due to Roger Williams’s advocacy for separating the colony from Massachusetts and Connecticut and pushing for religious freedom. This history of defiance perhaps explains why Rhode Islanders have always prided themselves on having a fierce independent streak—a fact that is particularly evident in the capital city, Providence.

Yet if you scratch the surface of Providence’s brusque New England persona, you’ll find an intensely creative town that welcomes dreamers, creatives, young families, students, and diverse communities from around the world. Often overshadowed by northeastern hubs like Boston and New York, Providence has undergone a dramatic …