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401-222-2353 | *'''Rhode Island State Archives'''<br>33 Broad Street<br>Providence, RI 02903<br>Phone: 401-222-2353<br>Email: [mailto:statearchives@sos.ri.gov statearchives@sos.ri.gov]<br>[https://www.sos.ri.gov/divisions/state-archives Website]<br>Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.<br>Free and open to the public<br><br> | ||
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'''PARKING:''' Limited on-site and metered street parking available. Additional validated parking available in neighboring lot. | '''PARKING:''' Limited on-site and metered street parking available. Additional validated parking available in neighboring lot. | ||
The State Archives is home to more than 10 million letters, photographs, and important state documents that form a permanent, tangible record of Rhode Island’s rich history. Holdings date back to 1638 and include Rhode Island’s copies of the Declaration of Independence and Bill of Rights. | The State Archives is home to more than 10 million letters, photographs, and important state documents that form a permanent, tangible record of Rhode Island’s rich history. Holdings date back to 1638 and include Rhode Island’s copies of the Declaration of Independence and Bill of Rights. | ||
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Holdings include state census records for the years 1865-1935 (in ten-year intervals); state birth and marriage records for the years 1853-1897, state deaths for the years 1853-1947; military records; legislative records; and records of state departments, agencies, boards and commissions. The archives also maintain a large map collection and over 50,000 photographs. | Holdings include state census records for the years 1865-1935 (in ten-year intervals); state birth and marriage records for the years 1853-1897, state deaths for the years 1853-1947; military records; legislative records; and records of state departments, agencies, boards and commissions. The archives also maintain a large map collection and over 50,000 photographs. | ||
Browse thousands of photographs and manuscripts and explore themed virtual exhibits online. Search the catalog to find specific records and resources. | Browse thousands of photographs and manuscripts and explore themed virtual exhibits online. Search the catalog to find specific records and resources. | ||