El Taconaso

You'll make the amazing discovery that fire and water actually do mix when you visit WaterFire Providence. This is an actual sculpture by Barnaby Evans that has been installed on the three rivers of downtown Providence. This powerful work of art comes alive as several bonfires are lit on the surface of the water and it illuminates the paths and surrounding areas of Waterplace Park. First lit in 1994, WaterFire Providence has come to symbolize the city's spirit of resilience. The attraction has also revitalized the city's downtown area, as this popular spectacle has attracted nearly ten million visitors since it first appeared.

You're in for an evening of entertainment when you plan to take in a performance of the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra. This highly accomplished group of musicians and conductors work hard to not only deliver unparallelled excellence at every performance, but they also utilize their talents for aspiring musicians. The orchestra is also affiliated with a music school that offers instruction and encouragement for upcoming performers so that the legacy of this truly gifted group of musicians can be carried on to the next generation and beyond.

There's nothing quite like taking a trip with an old friend. Deena Liffman is like one of those long-lost acquaintances who just has a way with words and never seems to fail to put a smile on your face. That combination of humor, knowledge and fun is what makes Providence Tours by Deena such an enjoyable experience. Deena is a veritable treasure trove of trivia, facts and secrets about the people and places that have played significant roles in the history of Rhode Island's capital city.