Roger Williams Park Conservancy

Roger Williams Park Conservancy Our mission is to sustain and enhance Roger Williams Park as a vibrant public space for all.

Roger Williams Park was created in 1871 after Betsey Williams bequeathed 102 acres of farmland and woodland to the city of Providence to be used for a public purpose. A portion of the gift included land that was originally purchased from the Narragansetts by her great, great, great, grandfather, Rhode Island Founder Roger Williams. Horace Cleveland, a leader in the Urban Parks Movement, created th

e design for Roger Williams Park. It was intended to serve as an escape for those working in highly industrialized Providence in the late nineteenth century. Twenty years after Betsey's bequest, the Park quadrupled in size and daily attendance had grown to 15,000 visitors. Roger Williams Park still serves as "the people's pleasure ground" that Cleveland intended. More than 1.5 million visitors from around the state - and beyond!- visit the park each year to attend festivals at the Temple to Music, events at the Casino, the Botanical Center, Museum of Natural History, tennis courts, ball fields... and to enjoy the same scenery and activities as past generations.

Rosé in the Roses is just over a week away! As we count down the days until June 11, we're celebrating our sponsors, sta...
06/03/2026

Rosé in the Roses is just over a week away! As we count down the days until June 11, we're celebrating our sponsors, starting with three of our in-kind sponsors: Russell Morin Catering & Events, Ellie's, and TEN31 Productions!

Russell Morin Catering & Events is a premier New England catering and event production company specializing in elevated hospitality experiences at weddings, galas, corporate events, and iconic venues throughout the region. With over 100 years of history, their team is passionate about thoughtful service, exceptional cuisine, and bringing people together through unforgettable events.

Ellie's Prov is a Parisian-inspired eatery and bistro located in the heart of downtown Providence. Known for their handcrafted pastries, artisan sandwiches & salads, and hospitality, Ellie's brings a touch of France to every gathering, from morning coffee to evening celebrations.

TEN31 Productions is the premier provider of luxury artistic entertainment for events worldwide.

Watch for more sponsor spotlights in the coming days!

Haven't gotten your tickets yet? Purchase them by this Friday, June 5! 🌹🍷

https://www.rwpconservancy.org/support/rose-in-the-roses-a-garden-party-fundraiser/

Warm up your singing voice because this Friday's Groovin' Summer Movies screening is interactive thanks to karaoke at Ca...
06/02/2026

Warm up your singing voice because this Friday's Groovin' Summer Movies screening is interactive thanks to karaoke at Carousel Village during Food Truck Friday! Belt it out with Just for Fun Karaoke, and grab a bite from your choice of amazing food trucks, before settling on the Boathouse Lawn to watch Hairspray (2007 version).

Food Truck Friday kicks off at 5 PM this Friday, June 5, and the film starts at dusk, so make an evening of it!

Special thanks to Providence Children's Film Festival for making Movies in the Park possible, with support from Providence Tourism Council, and to PVD Food Truck Events and Roger Williams Park Zoo & Carousel Village for hosting Food Truck Friday at Carousel Village!

Reminiscing about Rosé in the Roses 2024! 😍🥂This Friday (June 5) is your last chance to get tickets for next week's prem...
06/01/2026

Reminiscing about Rosé in the Roses 2024! 😍🥂

This Friday (June 5) is your last chance to get tickets for next week's premier fundraiser event – and this year's Rosé in the Roses will be even better than the last!

Here's just a few things we're stoked for:
🍢 Delicious bites by Russell Morin Catering and French macarons from Ellie’s Bakery
🍷 Wine and celebratory beverages
🥁 Live music from Ashley Frith, Luis Gilberto, and Providence Drum Troupe
🀄 Mahjong with The Gilded Birds
🌿 Living art by TEN31 Productions
🍾 Fun games and prizes
🌹 The scenic bliss of the Botanical Center and Rose Maze

And every ticket benefits the Conservancy's work stewarding and bringing free programming to the park!

https://www.rwpconservancy.org/support/rose-in-the-roses-a-garden-party-fundraiser/

Hugh thanks to our sponsors:
History and Conservation Associates
Meredith Curren and Gary Frishman


Audrey and Ed Clifton
Ruth and Jonathan Fain







Edgewood Garden Club
Eastern Art Frame
The Perennial Planters Garden

It was a beautiful day at the RWP Boathouse Cafe on Thursday! 🌞Thank you to all of our donors and Roger Williams Park ...
05/30/2026

It was a beautiful day at the RWP Boathouse Cafe on Thursday! 🌞

Thank you to all of our donors and Roger Williams Park Conservancy supporters who came out for our Donor Appreciation Party! It was a wonderful chance to meet and mingle with new supporters and long-time park-lovers alike – and to take a walk to visit our new Conversation Nooks. Thanks to funding from AARP Rhode Island, these groups of 2-3 Adirondack chairs placed around the park encourage connection in the outdoors. Stop by the park's new best seats in the house next time you're visiting!

And the Boathouse Cafe has officially reopened for the season! They're open daily (weather-permitting), serving up gourmet wood grilled pizzas, flatbread sandwiches, and salads, along with beer, wine, and more. 🍻

ICYMI: we were on Studio 10 WJAR talking about Rosé in the Roses and our free Movies in the Park: Groovin' Summer Movies...
05/29/2026

ICYMI: we were on Studio 10 WJAR talking about Rosé in the Roses and our free Movies in the Park: Groovin' Summer Movies! RWPC Programs Coordinator José Ramirez and Amy Rosa were on the show to promote our biggest fundraiser event – ticket sales are still open but close next week! Everyone who attends Rosé in the Roses at the Roger Williams Park Botanical Center is directly supporting the free programming we host all year-round, including the Movies in the Park and so much more!

We hope to see you there! 🌹🥁

https://turnto10.com/studio10/events/rose-in-the-roses-june-11th-at-roger-williams-park-botanical-center

05/27/2026

Our outgoing Board Chair Joe Pari went for a boat ride with us to talk about the history of Roger Williams Park, the founding of the Conservancy, some favorite memories and projects, and of course, Rosé in the Roses on June 11 at the Botanical Center!🌹

Don’t miss your chance to get tickets to our biggest fundraiser, and check out the full video with Joe on YouTube (links in bio for tickets and to see the video)!

Thank you to our amazing sponsors:

Special thanks to and and our event sponsors: .bank, , Audrey and Ed Clifton, Meredith Curren and Gary Frishman, Ruth and Jonathan Fain, History and Conservation Associates, , , , , Edgewood Garden Club, Eastern Art Frame, and The Perennial Planters Garden Club.

https://www.rwpconservancy.org/support/rose-in-the-roses-a-garden-party-fundraiser/

Help us keep Roger Williams Park beautiful! Sign up for a Save The Bay - Narragansett Bay cleanup on Friday, June 5, 10 ...
05/22/2026

Help us keep Roger Williams Park beautiful! Sign up for a Save The Bay - Narragansett Bay cleanup on Friday, June 5, 10 AM-12 PM, for a fun way to make a difference at your favorite park, while meeting neighbors and community members! 🌳

Sign up online (see link in bio) – spots fill up fast!

Save these dates for summer fun at Roger Williams Park! We're so excited to be partnering with FirstWorks for another se...
05/20/2026

Save these dates for summer fun at Roger Williams Park! We're so excited to be partnering with FirstWorks for another season of Summer Beats Concerts this July – featuring Etienne Charles on July 10 and The GroovaLottos on July 24!

We also welcome folks to join us and Nonviolence Institute for weekly Partner Peace Walks every Friday at noon to connect and build community.

And don't miss out on this summer's Movies in the Park series: Groovin' Summer Movies with Providence Children's Film Festival every first Friday!

Stay tuned to learn more, and visit out calendar (link in bio) for even more fun happenings!

We had a great Peace Walk at Roger Williams Park today with our friends from the Nonviolence Institute. This morning was...
05/15/2026

We had a great Peace Walk at Roger Williams Park today with our friends from the Nonviolence Institute. This morning was the first of many, as we'll be gathering every week – meet us at the Boathouse Fridays at noon! All are welcome!

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