Free to Providence Residents - Say What!

So the summer is still in effect and you've done the cookouts, the beaches, and who knows - you probably went on vacation with the family already! Chances are you are running out of options of things to do with the family. Well if you are a Providence resident, you are in luck! Why is that? Because there are places in Providence that at times you can go to free of charge since they are subsidized by the tax dollars we pay as Providence residents. One of those places is Roger Williams Park.

Roger Williams Park offers you a variety of things you can do with the family. From visiting the zoo, to the museum, to the botanical gardens; you can enjoy these places at no cost to you every first Saturday of the month. What better way to entertain the family, especially when it's free! Take the zoo for example; this year alone, we've gone to the zoo twice. There are so many animals to see and learn about, that we had to break it into 2 visits. Yes, you can go through the entire zoo in a matter of hours; however, we really enjoy reading and learning about the animals. In some cases you have animal trainers doing presentations and you'll be amazed with what you can learn.

The museum itself is very interesting. Here you'll find historical artifacts and learn more about the history of Rhode Island. But that's not all. If you love science and want to learn more about the stars, galaxies, light and more, the museum is the place to go. It even has a planetarium! Oh, by the way - there's only one show per day at 2pm; therefore, if you want to enjoy the show make sure you are on time. Otherwise, you won't be able to get in. Trust me when I tell you, I speak from experience. Living in a house with four females who have to doll themselves up every time we go out, it's been a challenge making it to the show on time; however, this upcoming month I'm on a mission...

So there you have it! Got nothing to do this upcoming first Saturday of the month? Then go to Roger Williams Park - It's on me. OK.. OK.. OK.. It's on us, the tax payers of Providence!