The WaterFire internship program is in full swing for the summer 2015 season. With positions available in thirteen different areas, this unique program offers an in depth look at a nonprofit organization. Each internship position varies in responsibilities, but each offers a variety of experiences. Here’s what this summer’s interns… Read More »2015 Summer Intern Update
WaterFire Providence was created by Barnaby Evans in 1994 with his “First Fire.” This first fire became a hit and in years since, WaterFire Providence has expanded to include over 80 Braziers that are lit throughout their events every season. The Providence Journal spoke of Waterfire Providence in 1997 describing… Read More »Celebrating 20 Years of Creative Placemaking in Providence
The event is being sponsored by: Navigant Credit Union and Cox Business [one_half] Navigant Credit Union has been around for a century. It’s not hard to envision another 100 years of success, if we continue to treat our employees and members as family and give back to the communities we serve.… Read More »July 18th, 2015 – Full Lighting
The event is being sponsored by National Association of Clean Water Agencies The National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA) is proud to mark its 45th year of clear commitment to America’s waters in partnership with WaterFire. NACWA represents the collective interests of America’s clean water utilities nationwide – dedicated public… Read More »July 14th, 2015 – Basin Lighting
[sc name=photo-caption caption=”Fife and drum at WaterFire. Photo by John Nickerson.” ] You could say that the original WaterFire happened on June 9, 1772. Most historians agree that when a small group of Providence citizens set the British Gaspee alight in the Providence bay that this was the starting point… Read More »Set your imagination on fire, join the WaterFire team on June 13th.
Public Meeting: WaterFire Providence will hold a public meeting on May 28, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. at the offices of Fuss & O’Neill, Inc. in the American Locomotive Works complex at 317 Iron Horse Way, Building 58, Suite 204 in Providence. The purpose of the meeting will be to inform… Read More »Public Meeting: Analysis of Brownfields Cleanup Alternatives
This event is being sponsored by Bank of America and Brown University in celebration of its 250th Anniversary. [one_half] “WaterFire is a signature Providence event, a tremendous testament to the city’s creative talent and energy,” said Bill Hatfield, Rhode Island president, Bank of America. “It connects artists, businesses and the… Read More »Saturday, May 23rd – Full Lighting
This event is being sponsored by Volvo Group of Companies in North America The Volvo Group of Companies is a proud sponsor of WaterFire Providence, which will be one of the main attractions for attendees of the Volvo Ocean Race North American stopover on May 16, 2015. The Volvo Ocean Race… Read More »Saturday, May 16th 2015 – Partial Lighting
The smell of the cedar and pine heavy in the air, clad in all black, you are surrounded; surrounded by wood, by water, by people, by a city normally busy by day and deserted by night. But, tonight it is different. It is rich in culture and filled with vibrancy.… Read More »Volunteer Spotlight: Jane Carlson
Rhode Island Celebrates Inauguration 2015 at WaterFire Congratulations to Governor Gina Raimondo, Lt. Governor Dan Mckee, Secretary of State Nellie Gorbea, Attorney General Peter Kilmartin, and General Treasurer Seth Magaziner. Thank you to all of our fans who came out and celebrated this historic day with us. Photographs by Luis… Read More »RI Inauguration 2015 – Photo Gallery
