We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers: Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox. Mac: Safari.
Free Newsletter

Interested in Providence?

We'll send you updates with the latest deals, reviews and articles for Providence each week.

  • Save John Brown House Museum
  • E-mail this page
Explore the world! TripAdvisor has reviews and information on over 400,000 locations, including:
Hotels
Travel Destinations
Sightseeing

Explore other Providence resources:

John Brown House Museum


John Brown House Museum
52 Power Street
Providence, RI 02906
What's Nearby:
Click map pins for more information.
Sponsor:
view map of John Brown House Museum
Free Providence Guide

Get your quick guide to the top hotels, restaurants and things to do.

Traveler Photos & Videos

Add Photos
Add Videos

Providence weather essentials

Monthly Averages
Month
High
Low
Precip
Dec
41°F 5°C
26°F -3°C
3 in 8 cm
Jan
34°F 1°C
19°F -7°C
3 in 9 cm
Feb
38°F 3°C
22°F -5°C
3 in 7 cm
Mar
44°F 6°C
28°F -2°C
4 in 11 cm
Apr
56°F 13°C
37°F 2°C
4 in 9 cm
May
65°F 18°C
46°F 7°C
3 in 8 cm

Extended Forecast
Thursday
Nov 26
Hi:
54°F 12°C
Lo:
45°F 7°C
Friday
Nov 27
Hi:
49°F 9°C
Lo:
36°F 2°C
Saturday
Nov 28
Hi:
49°F 9°C
Lo:
31°F 0°C
More weather for Providence
 | 
Powered by
Weather Underground

What's Near John Brown House Museum

Top-Rated Nearby Hotels
Distance in: mi km
Hotel EUR* Distance Rating
Hampton Inn & Suites Providence Downtown €90 0.4 mi 0.7 km 5 of 5 stars
The Hotel Providence €134 0.7 mi 1.2 km 4 of 5 stars
Courtyard Providence Downtown €128 0.8 mi 1.3 km 4 of 5 stars
Providence Marriott Downtown €119 1.0 mi 1.6 km 4 of 5 stars
Renaissance Providence Hotel €137 1.0 mi 1.7 km 4.5 of 5 stars
All Hotels in Providence
*Average price
Top-Rated Nearby Restaurants
Distance in: mi km
restaurant Distance Rating
Hemenway's Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar 0.2 mi 0.4 km 4 of 5 stars
East Side Pocket 0.5 mi 0.8 km 4.5 of 5 stars
New Rivers 0.5 mi 0.9 km 4.5 of 5 stars
All Restaurants in Providence
Top-Rated Nearby Things to Do
Distance in: mi km
Thing to Do Distance Rating
Benefit Street 0.1 mi 0.1 km 4 of 5 stars
Avon Cinema 0.4 mi 0.6 km 4.5 of 5 stars
Providence Ghost Tour 0.6 mi 0.9 km 4.5 of 5 stars
All Things to Do in Providence

Traveler Advice on John Brown House Museum

Traveler Lists
Traveler Forum
  • Ask a question or view 7 posts on Providence from this week.
Professional Advice (6)
Title Source
“John Brown House Museum” PlanetWare.com
“John Brown House Museum” Wcities.com
“John Brown House” Citysearch.com
“John Brown House Museum” Frommer's
“John Brown House” Fodors.com
“Downcity rising” ExploreNewEngland.com / Boston Globe
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #9 of 69 attractions in Providence
Write a review
Traveler Description: A 1786 Georgian-style mansion filled with John Brown's favorite objects and art received from his famous China trade.
Familiar with John Brown House Museum? Write your own description and share what you know with other travelers.
Attraction type: Historic home, Museum, Other
Activities: Group tours/walking tour
Address: 52 Power Street Providence, RI 02906
Tel: 401-273-7507

Reviews you can trust

[ Date ] [ Rating ]
“Informative historical walking tour leaves from Museum”
Save Review
4 of 5 stars
Route128North   9 contributions
North Shore, MA
Sep 30, 2009

We took a historical walking tour of Providence offered by the Rhode Island Historical Society that left from the Society’s John Brown House Museum. Since the walking tour isn’t included elsewhere on TA, I’ll report on our tour here, under the Museum, its home base. The 90-minute tour ($12/adult), called “Benefit Street: A Mile of History,” was excellent. Our volunteer... more

Travelers Who Viewed This Attraction Also Viewed
Historic Federal Hill
4.5 of 5 stars 5 Reviews
Location: Providence, RI
Price not available
No photo provided
Roger Williams Park
4.5 of 5 stars 3 Reviews
Location: Providence, RI
Price not available
No photo provided
Rhode Island School of Design Museum of Art
4 of 5 stars 4 Reviews
Location: Providence, RI
Price not available
All Things to Do in Providence
Write Your Own Attraction Review

Been to John Brown House Museum? Share your experiences!

Write a Review
Add Photos
Add Videos

John Brown House Museum: Management Resources

TripAdvisor has free and easy resources to help you enhance your listing and promote your property.

  • Start Here - Visit Your Owners' Center
  • Add Photo
  • Add Video

John Brown House Museum Address

52 Power Street, Providence, RI 02906
Tel: 401-273-7507