Built in 1828, the Arcade is the nations oldest indoor shopping mall and remains the historic heart of Providences downtown. This beautiful structure with its distinguished Greek Revival columns, granite walls, and classic facades still stands barely touched through its more than 185 years watching over Westminster and Weybosset Streets. For years, those who worked in, lived in, or visited the city have walked up the Arcades wide, granite steps into the open center atrium to frequent the bustling eateries and shop in the small stores.
This icon of Providence and lobby of the citys financial district is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and in 1976, it was designated a National Historic Landmark. The new arcade providence retains the historic value of the property and has won accolades from the City of Providence and the Providence Preservation Society.