Ep. 295 - Our time in Rhode Island is coming to an end and we find ourselves in Providence, Rhode Island. After parking overnight at Walmart, definitely not the best overnight spot, we head to downtown Providence to do some exploring. Join us for a tour of the the Rhode Island State Capitol - the smallest state in the country!
The Rhode Island State Capitol is a masterpiece of architecture and history! Built in 1895, this neoclassical masterpiece is crafted from over 300,000 cubic feet of white Georgia marble, giving it a striking and timeless elegance. When you step through the doors, you’re greeted by the majestic rotunda featuring one of the largest self-supported marble domes in the world. When you look up you can see murals and intricate details that tell the story of Rhode Island’s founding principles: freedom, independence, and innovation.
One thing we always look for in state capitol buildings is the library and this one did not disappoint. Its towering wooden shelves, spiral staircases, and intricate ceiling design make the space quite stunning.
The original 1663 Royal Charter is also displayed in the charter room in the Capitol Building. This historic document, signed by King Charles II, granted Rhode Island unprecedented freedoms, making it a pioneer of religious tolerance in the New World.
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VIDEO SEGMENTS:
00:00 Van life in Providence, RI
03:06 Downtown Providence, Rhode Island
06:19 Touring the Rhode Island State Capitol
11:55 Walking & driving around Providence, Rhode Island
14:34 Leaving Rhode Island
14:55 Van life in Connecticut
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