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Japanese Garden

The Japanese Garden was built out of the former Monument Lake by the Depression-era Federal work program – the Works Progress Administration.

After WPA completed the beautiful Japanese Garden in 1936, the site became the most popular spot in Providence for wedding pictures. During World War Two, the area took on a new name, the Oriental Garden, reflecting the anti-Japanese feelings of the times. Today, it is still a beautiful place for quiet reflection, and is especially popular for painting and drawing classes.

The Japanese Lantern statue in the garden is one of 14 identical statues, originally dedicated in Japan in 1841. The people of Japan gave two to Providence to commemorate the 1954 centennial of Commodore Perry’s mission to Japan.  The Parks Department installed this gift in the Japanese Garden in 1954.

Date Erected:
1936
Artist:
Works Progress Administration
Did you know?
The stone lantern statue is actually two pieces.
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It’s officially one month until Rosé in the Roses on June 11! 🌹We can’t wait to see everyone dressed in their garden party best – including statement-making headwear! Thank you to all the fashionistas who attended our Fascinator Workshop at the Botanical Center and created some show-stopping floral accessories with the help of instructor Michelle Carden.

Even if you missed the workshop, you have full permission to get creative with your Rosé look! Get your tickets by the end of May to enjoy an evening of mingling at the @rwpbotanicalcenter and Rose Maze, delicious bites by Ellie’s Bakery and Morin’s Catering, Mahjong with the @thegildedbirds, entertainment from the @theprovidencedrumtroupe, live music by @luisgilbertord and Ashley Frith, and more!

Special thanks to our event sponsors: @beacon.bank, @beaulinemedia, Audrey and Ed Clifton, Meredith Curren and Gary Frishman, History and Conservation Associates, @morinscatering, @elliesprov, and @wemakepretend.

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It’s officially one month until Rosé in the Roses on June 11! 🌹We can’t wait to see everyone dressed in their garden party best – including statement-making headwear! Thank you to all the fashionistas who attended our Fascinator Workshop at the Botanical Center and created some show-stopping floral accessories with the help of instructor Michelle Carden. Even if you missed the workshop, you have full permission to get creative with your Rosé look! Get your tickets by the end of May to enjoy an evening of mingling at the @rwpbotanicalcenter and Rose Maze, delicious bites by Ellie’s Bakery and Morin’s Catering, Mahjong with the @thegildedbirds, entertainment from the @theprovidencedrumtroupe, live music by @luisgilbertord and Ashley Frith, and more! Special thanks to our event sponsors: @beacon.bank, @beaulinemedia, Audrey and Ed Clifton, Meredith Curren and Gary Frishman, History and Conservation Associates, @morinscatering, @elliesprov, and @wemakepretend. https://www.rwpconservancy.org/support/rose-in-the-roses-a-garden-party-fundraiser/

Can it be Friday at Roger Williams Park every day, please? 🥙🍿🎠

This past Friday was especially awesome thanks to a preview show from Ringling featuring talented acrobats, a Movies in the Park screening of The Greatest Showman, and, of course, Food Truck Friday!

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Can it be Friday at Roger Williams Park every day, please? 🥙🍿🎠 This past Friday was especially awesome thanks to a preview show from Ringling featuring talented acrobats, a Movies in the Park screening of The Greatest Showman, and, of course, Food Truck Friday! Thank you to everyone who made it happen: @ringling @pvd_foodtruckevents @pvdfilmfestival @rwpzoo @pvdparks 🌳Haven’t been to Roger Williams Park in a little while? Follow to keep up with events happening this summer and beyond!

Join us tomorrow for a free Mobile Photography Workshop at Roger Williams Park! 🌸 All you need is your phone camera and a passion for capturing the beauty of the park in spring! RWPC Program Manager José Ramirez (@jram9808) leads this fun and informative workshop.

It’s free to join, but space is limited, so sign up to reserve your spot (link in bio, or visit our event calendar at rwpconservancy.org).

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Join us tomorrow for a free Mobile Photography Workshop at Roger Williams Park! 🌸 All you need is your phone camera and a passion for capturing the beauty of the park in spring! RWPC Program Manager José Ramirez (@jram9808) leads this fun and informative workshop. It’s free to join, but space is limited, so sign up to reserve your spot (link in bio, or visit our event calendar at rwpconservancy.org).
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