South Side, Providence, Rhode Island

[1] The South Providence neighborhood developed with a wide mix of uses, including residential, institutional, industrial, and commercial uses.

[2] The Pine/Friendship street area, in the northern section of South Providence, was the camping ground for Rochambeau's troops in June 1781, prior to the start of their march to Yorktown.

[2] By the late 19th century, many impressive Greek Revival, Italianate, Queen Anne, and Second Empire homes were built; many of these have since been demolished.

[2] The area was home to wealthy textile and jewelry magnates, including the president of the Gorham Manufacturing Company.

[2] As of August 2005, 52.3% of South Side residents were Hispanic, 24.4% were African-American, 12.2% were non-Hispanic white, 9.1% were Asian, and 2% were Native American.

Providence neighborhoods with South Side in red
The Buddhist Center of New England, Public Street
Church of Saint Michael the Archangel, 251 Oxford Street
Allens Avenue has been an industrial corridor since the start of the 20th century [ 2 ]
Women & Infants Hospital