Liberty of Conscience
Roger Williams National Memorial commemorates the life of the founder of Rhode Island and a champion of the ideal of religious freedom. Williams, banished from Massachusetts for his beliefs, founded Providence in 1636. This colony served as a refuge where all could come to worship as their conscience dictated without interference from the state.
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My Smith Hill
Take a tour of nearby historic Smith Hill with participants in the Memorial's 2011 summer Youth Partnership Program.
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Kids Online Park Tour
Hey Kids! There's lots for you to do at Roger Williams National Memorial. Take a tour with Li'l Chap and learn how to be a Junior Ranger.
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Become a Volunteer
Volunteers are Very Important People, (VIPs)! We need your skills and expertise in order to achieve our mission.
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Places in the Park
The 4.5 acre Memorial includes native and colonial gardens, manicured grounds, and a 19th century structure that serves as the park visitor center.
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Did You Know?
Did you know that Roger Williams had such a close relationship with the Native Americans that the Sachem Canonicus of the Narragansett refused payment from Roger for the land given to him for the Providence colony? More...