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Governor Henry Lippitt House Museum

This museum is a Renaissance revival mansion built in 1865. The interior features brass chandeliers, stenciling, hand-carved woodwork, faux marble, stained and etched glass windows, paintings, family china and period furnishings.

Guided tours are given on the hour Tuesday-Friday, Saturday and Sunday by appointment, April through December; by appointment only the rest of the year.

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Location	199 Hope St Providence Rhode Island 02906
Phone	401-453-0688
Fax	401-270-1551
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