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We are now offering virtual tours of the Museum on Saturdays. Please see below or our ticketing page for more information

The John Brown House Museum

52 Power St, Providence RI 02906
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About The John Brown House Museum

More than a house: It is history’s home….

Whose hands built the landscape we see around us? What was life like for women, children, and men of diverse stations? What peoples and ideas thrived here, and to what far-flung corners of the world did they venture to seek their fortunes? How did Rhode Islanders grapple with slavery, when freedom and independence were on everyone’s minds and pens? Indulge your curiosity and explore Rhode Island’s history at the John Brown House Museum!

Due to COVID-19, we are unable to offer on-site tours at this time.  We are offering virtual tours of the Museum on Saturdays at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Free for members, $5 per device for non-members. Please visit our Ticketing page to book.

Teachers, please see our School Tours page for our current virtual programming options and explore our digital lessons and resources under the Education tab. You are welcome to contact us at education@rihs.org with questions.

Become a part of the Museum’s dedicated team of volunteers and help provide educational programming and support special events.

What You'll See & Experience Here

  • Furniture, sculpture, artwork, silver, porcelain, textiles, and other selections from our extensive collections.
  • 18th-century wall maps depicting a very different world view.
  • A fully restored 18th-century carriage.
  • Knowledgeable staff that are able to discuss a variety of historical subjects including Rhode Island’s special role in the Revolution and participation in slavery and the slave trade.

Did You Know?

  • John Quincy Adams wrote in his diary that this house was “the most magnificent and elegant private mansions that I have ever seen on this continent.”
  • John Brown’s carriage that is on display at the museum became known as the “Washington’s Chariot” because President George Washington is said to have ridden in it while visiting Rhode Island.
  • Rhode Island banker Marsden Perry purchased this property in 1901 and made many improvements to the house and grounds, including a landscape designed by the Olmsted Brothers.
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Hours

We are currently closed until further notice due to COVID-19. We are offering virtual tours of the Museum on Saturdays. Please see the ticketing page for more information

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
Closed
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
The Museum is closed on New Year’s Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve.
Tickets

Adults: $10
Seniors (62+), Veterans, and Students: $8
Children 10-17: $6
Children under 10: FREE
RIHS Members: FREE
EBT Cardholders: FREE (up to four individuals per EBT card)

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Location & Directions

The visitor's entrance is located to the rear on the right side of the John Brown House. Please follow the driveway through the courtyard gate. Please call 401-273-7507 x368 for admittance.

The John Brown House Museum
52 Power St
Providence, RI 02906

Free Museum parking is accessed from Charlesfield Street, which runs parallel to Power Street. The entrance is close to the corner of Charlesfield and Benefit Streets.

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110 Benevolent Street
Providence, RI 02906
401-331-8575

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