Rhode Island Historical Preservation and Heritage Commission
Address
150 Benefit Street
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 222-2678
Description:
Services: To commemorate the history and culture of the state; to study the economic, social, political, religious and cultural development of Rhode Island and to preserve the traditions of each ethnic group.
Services
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Description
The Commission conducts statewide surveys of historic sites and buildings; nominates significant properties to the National Register of Historic Places and the State Register; administers programs of financial aid including grants, loans, and tax credits; enforces federal and state laws to protect cultural resources; and regulates archaeology on state land and under state territorial waters. The Commission also is responsible for developing and carrying out programs to document, support, and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Rhode Island's people. The RIHPHC professional staff includes historians, archaeologists, and architects.
Hours
Mon-Fri 9:00AM-4:00PM
Eligibility
Historical or potential historical sites in Rhode Island
Fees
No fees
Intake Procedure
Contact by phone or email
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
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Telephone Numbers
General Information
Hours:
Mon-Fri 9:00AM-4:00PM
Intake Process:
Contact by Phone or email
Program Fees:
No fees
Eligibility:
Historic or potential historic sites in Rhode Island
Is Shelter?
No
Miscellaneous
AKA:
Heritage Commission; RI
Related Resource
Date of Official Change:
January 22, 2019
Legal Status:
Governmental
Services
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Description
The Commission conducts statewide surveys of historic sites and buildings; nominates significant properties to the National Register of Historic Places and the State Register; administers programs of financial aid including grants, loans, and tax credits; enforces federal and state laws to protect cultural resources; and regulates archaeology on state land and under state territorial waters. The Commission also is responsible for developing and carrying out programs to document, support, and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Rhode Island's people. The RIHPHC professional staff includes historians, archaeologists, and architects.
Hours
Mon-Fri 9:00AM-4:00PM
Eligibility
Historical or potential historical sites in Rhode Island
Fees
No fees
Intake Procedure
Contact by phone or email
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Geographies Served
Serves All Areas
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
150 Benefit Street
Providence, RI 02903
Mailing
150 Benefit Street
Providence, RI 02903
Contacts
Edward F. Sanderson
Primary Contact
Executive Director
General Email
Phone Numbers
Main Phone
(401) 222-2678
Fax
(401) 222-2968
TTY
(800) 745-5555
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