We made a second day trip from Salem, heading south to Providence, Rhode Island. Soon after arriving, we got routed through some traffic diversions. A marathon run was taking place, with the leaders arriving in the city center when we arrived. We found parking close to Brown University. While walking to the university, I was intrigued by these stairs. The lines of the stairs were repeated by the siding of the house.
Stairs And Steps, Providence
We took a walk through Brown University. This is one of the eight Ivy League universities. All but one we formed during the colonial era in the US.
Brown University, Providence
Walking down the the city center, I found this ring that forms part of a sculpture. Since it was midday, I carefully composed the image to exclude the sun and bright parts of the sky.
Ring, Providence
Along the Providence River, many bystanders were watching and encouraging runners in the marathon.
Watching Marathon Runners, Providence
During the afternoon we headed south out of Providence, where we stopped at Bristol. While exploring the town, I was drawn to the peeling paint on this door.
Painted Door, Bristol
It was spring time, so many of the trees were covered in blossoms. The azaleas were also flowering.
Azaleas, Bristol
Bristol is a coastal town that used to have many industrial and manufacturing plants. Here is the building use to be plant for Robin Rug Inc.
Robin Rug Inc, Bristol
Of course we passed by the marina. Angela pointed out one dingy that was partially submerged below water. However, I found this one, that was almost completely sunk!
Sunk, Bristol