Most people don’t realize how opulent and ambitious Providence was in the 19th century. City Hall wasn’t just a government building — it was a statement. A monument. A flex. The marble, the carvings, the ceilings… this place is a masterpiece. And the best part? The stories are still here. On the 5th floor you’ll find the Providence City Archives, and that’s where the real magic happens. Go visit. Ask for Caleb and Antonio — the storytellers, the archivists, the guardians of this city’s history.