-
Point St. Bridge, Providence, RI
[wzslider height=”800″ info=”true” lightbox=”true”]Built in 1927 the Point Street Bridge spans the Providence River. Although originally a swing bridge it is now fixed in place. This is because the Fox Point Hurricane Barrier, built downstream to the south, prevents larger vessels from gaining entrance to the Providence River. The Point St. park is located on the north/west side of the bridge. It’s a small, quiet park which one might think barely qualifies to be called a “park”. However, it is which means it’s available to the general public. If you’re a local you may find this to be hidden gem if you want to curl up on the park bench,…
-
Providence, RI skyline
[wzslider height=”800″ info=”true” lightbox=”true”] Founded in 1636 by Roger Williams the City of Providence, RI once known as “the beehive of industry” has shifted gears to become “the creative capitol”. This is due to the decline of manufacturing and the growth of education and arts. Providence is also home to (8) hospitals and (7) institutions of higher learning which includes Brown University. With a population of 178,000 it ranks as the 37th largest city in the nation. On a personal note I’ve always enjoyed working and visiting Providence. The City has a comfortable feeling. Although, on the one hand large, it still retains that “town” feel much in the way…
-
Providence River Bridge
[wzslider height=”800″ info=”true” lightbox=”true”] The Providence River Bridge spans the 8 mile long Providence River. Although the river has no dams there is a barrier south of this bridge to ward against a tidal wave from a hurricane.
-
Tugboats of Providence, RI
[wzslider height=”800″ info=”true” lightbox=”true”]Who doesn’t enjoy the site of well kept tugboat? I’ve always thought they were just, plain old, cool. So when I was photographing along the Providence River Park I spotted these two boats docked adjacent to their facility. If you need a tow or perhaps a little help bring your ship into harbor then McAllister towing would be the folks to call. They are a big time operation with facilities and tugs up and down the east coast. If you go to their website take a gander at their company newsletters. Fascinating stuff. It will give you a real insight into the depth of their duties. In addition there…
-
U.S. Coast Guard Academy & Museum
[wzslider height=”800″ info=”true” lightbox=”true”] Visiting the U.S. Coast Guard Museum Waesche Hall U.S. Coast Guard Academy 15 Mohegan Avenue New London, CT 06320-8511 Hours of Operation: During the academic year (September-May) Monday through Friday: 0900-1600 Saturday: 1000-1600 Sunday: 1300-1600 Summer Hours: Monday through Friday: 0900-1600 1st & 3rd Saturday of each month: 1000-1600 Winter Hours: The museum will be closed weekends during the Academy’s winter break 13 December 2012 through 7 January 2013. Closed on all Federal holidays. Special hours can be arranged with the curator. The above information is subject to change without notice. Location: The museum is located in Waesche Hall on the grounds…
-
Military Museum of So. New England
[wzslider height=”800″ info=”true” lightbox=”true”] Contact info: Military Museum of Southern New England 125 Park Avenue Danbury, CT 06810 Phone: (203) 790-9277 Fax: (203) 790-0420 [email protected] Hours: Summer Hours (April 1st – Nov 31st) Tuesday through Saturday: 10am – 5pm Sunday: 12pm – 5pm Winter Hours (Dec 1st – March 31st) Fri & Sat: 10am – 5pm Sunday: 1pm – 5pm Admission: Adults: $6.00 Seniors (62+): $4.00 Young people (5-18): $4.00 Active Duty Military & families: $4.00 (with proper ID) Children under 5: FREE Members: FREE Above information as of 6/25/2013 is subject to change without notice. Cheryl and I visited the Military Museum of Southern New England. The museum is…
-
Under the Providence River Bridge.
[wzslider height=”800″ info=”true” lightbox=”true”]As I was photographing the Providence River Bridge in Providence, RI I noticed a skate boarder under in a large barren area under the east side of the bridge. He caught my attention so I wondered over to the area. As soon as I entered he scooted out. However I found countless areas of graffiti on the walls which are shown on the attached slide show.
-
Journey thru Old Sturbridge Village, Sturbridge, MA
[wzslider height=”800″ info=”true” lightbox=”true”] Address: 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road Sturbridge, MA 01566 PH: (800) 733-1830 Rates: Regular Daytime Admission – Adults $24.00 Seniors (65 and over) $22.00 Youths (3-17) $8.00 Children age 2 and under Admitted Free Purchase Online Full priced admission includes FREE second visit within a 10-day period. Guests of second-day visitors receive 25% off admission. FREE parking. Prices subject to change without notice. Hours: April 1 – October 31 Daily, 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Cheryl and I recently visited Old Sturbridge Village. We both had gone here as kids then taken our kids here. We’ve been empty nesters for a long time and thought it…
