Antram-Gray House

The Antram Gray house. A 2.5 story building with brick walls, chimneys, shingle roof. Main Street is in front.

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Antram-Gray House

The Antram-Gray House, which serves as the visitor center for Roger Williams National Memorial, is located at the northeast corner of the park at the corner of North Main and Smith Streets.

It was built around 1730 on the corner of Towne (now North Main) and Smith Streets with property adjacent to the cove for a wharf. This portion of the house is one of the few structures in Providence that survive from the city's earliest period of commercial and maritime development. It is considered one of the oldest commercial buildings in Providence.

Originally built as a residence and distillery, the structure has seen many uses: apartments, grocery & dry goods shop, dressmaker's shop, hairdresser salon, restaurant, barber, and the Thomas B Gray Watch Shop. Constructed as a distillery, it was one of many in Rhode Island. Rum was a key commodity used in the trans-Atlantic slavery trade. Nearly 70% of the slavery voyages to leave the English Colonies for West Africa sailed out of Rhode Island.

When the National Park Service took ownership of the building in 1974, it was moved approximately 40 feet to the south of its original location to enable Smith Street to be widened. Today, the Antram-Gray House houses the National Memorial visitor center, interpretive exhibits, and staff offices.

 

Visitor Center

We're excited to welcome you to the park! Our grounds are open from dawn to dusk, and our Visitor Center is here to greet you Wednesday -- Saturday, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Stop by to grab your passport stamp, enjoy a fascinating 5-minute video about Roger Williams' life, and explore informative panels and exhibits showcasing his enduring influence on America today. We can't wait to share this enriching experience with you!

Addresses

Physical Address

282 North Main Street
Providence, RI 02903

Mailing Address

282 North Main Street
Providence, RI 02903

Directions

From Interstate 95 North, take Exit 23 - State Offices. Go straight to second light and make a left onto Smith Street. At the bottom of the hill, make a right onto Canal Street and a quick left into the memorial parking lot. From Interstate 95 South, take Exit 23 - Charles Street. Take first left onto Ashburton Street and continue straight through three lights. After the third light, take a quick left into the memorial parking lot.

Hours & Seasons

• Sunday-Tuesday:Closed
• Wednesday-Saturday:10:00 AM–4:00 PM

We're excited to welcome you to the park! Our grounds are open from dawn to dusk, and our Visitor Center is here to greet you Wednesday through Saturday, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Stop by to grab your passport stamp, enjoy a fascinating 5-minute video about Roger Williams' life, and explore informative panels and exhibits showcasing his enduring influence on America today. We can't wait to share this enriching experience with you!

Closures & Seasonal Exceptions

Holidays

2025–2026

New Year's Day	January 1, 2026	Closed
Thanksgiving Day	November 27, 2025	Closed
Christmas Day	December 25, 2025	Closed
Holiday	Date	Hours

Amenities

• Benches/Seating
• Bicycle - Rack
• Fire Extinguisher
• First Aid Kit Available
• Gifts/Souvenirs/Books
• Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits
• Information
• Information - Maps Available
• Information - Ranger/Staff Member Present
• Information Kiosk/Bulletin Board
• Parking - Auto
• Picnic Table
• Restroom
• Restroom - Accessible
• Restroom - Family
• Trash/Litter Receptacles
• Water - Bottle-Filling Station
• Wheelchair Accessible

Contact Information

Email Address

Send this visitor center an email

For general inquiries about the park, events, programs, and visitor information, you can reach the Roger Williams National Memorial by emailing us at [e-mail]. Whether you have questions about our hours, directions, tours, or need assistance planning your visit, we're here to help! Our team will get back to you as soon as possible to ensure your experience at the park is enjoyable and memorable.

Phone Numbers

To reach the Roger Williams National Memorial, you can contact us by phone at (401-521-7266. Whether you have questions about visiting the park, upcoming events, or general information, our team is available to assist you during our regular business hours. We look forward to helping you make the most of your visit!

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Image Gallery

Front view of the Visitor Center

Roger Williams National Memorial Visitor Center
David Lawlor

 

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