Everyone will be able to recognize the WaterFire Arts Center when traveling down Valley Street. But far less visible are the many underground services that it takes to operate a building of the Art Center’s size. Contaminated earth from the west side of the building is piled in the back… Read More »Construction Phase 1 – Week 5
On November 7th, WaterFire Providence honored our many dedicated veterans, active military, and military families with a Salute to Veterans WaterFire. These brave individuals gave so much to our country, and believe it or not, a great many of them continue to do so. WaterFire is proud to have a… Read More »Volunteer Spotlight: WaterFire’s Veterans
Last week was a short one for construction on The WaterFire Arts Center with Thanksgiving arriving that Thursday. Nevertheless, it has been a productive month in Phase 1. All of the windows and much of the asbestos has been removed, and even the old railroad ties have been pulled from the driveway. Work is now… Read More »Construction Phase 1 – Week 4
The internship program here at WaterFire Providence is a great opportunity for local students and young professionals to get an inside look at one of Providence’s non-profit organizations. This fall WaterFire Providence has over 10 interns from various Universities including Roger Williams University, Johnson & Wales and Wheaton College. WaterFire… Read More »The Fiery Fall Interns
This special event is being sponsored by an anonymous donor and will highlight the good work being done by the Providence Rescue Mission. [one_half] [/one_half] [one_half_last] Enjoy the spirit of Christmas in Providence at the 5th Annual Christmas WaterFire benefiting and showcasing the incredible work of the Providence Rescue Mission and as a wonderful… Read More »December 18th, 2015 – Christmas WaterFire
Check out this video! The Arts Center has thousands of feet of glass, all of which needs to be removed and boards put in their place. Did you know the crew of only TWO could remove hundreds of feet of glass? See for yourself here as The WaterFire Arts Center gets… Read More »WaterFire Arts Center Valley Street Facelift Video
Introducing Artemis! The newest member of the WaterFire fleet. October 29th Providence, RI This morning months of hard work on our new boat, Artemis, was celebrated at Collier Park with a christening ceremony. WaterFire Providence’s “Float Our Boat” kickstarter campaign started on April 9, 2015 to start funding for our… Read More »The Christening of Artemis
When Joe and Anne DeFaria first visited WaterFire, they mostly stayed at the basin and watched the fires burn against the skyline backdrop. They didn’t really venture very far down the river. Now, years later, they are the volunteers who know the ins and outs of Starry Starry Night –… Read More »Volunteer Spotlight: Joe and Anne DeFaria
