From historic churches that anchor neighborhoods to adaptive reuse projects that breathe new life into forgotten structures, Providence has a wide variety of spaces where residents worship and gather.
The map showcases how sacred spaces can transcend traditional boundaries — whether its former commercial buildings transformed into contemporary worship centers, historic buildings reimagined for modern congregations, or burial grounds that have been sacred ground for generations.
This interactive guide celebrates not just where people worship, but how communities creatively adapt the built environment to serve their spiritual and community needs — as well as the political organizing, mutual aid, and community organizations that have emerged from the city’s religious organization. Providence Preservation Society has launched a project to more comprehensively map and describe the city’s vast array of sacred spaces — stay tuned for further updates and storytelling on this page.
