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John Brown House Museum

This home, built in 1786 by the wealthy China trade merchant John Brown, is a restored three-story Georgian-style, furnished with fine examples of Colonial antiques, decorative arts and pewter and silver collections.

Guided tours are available Tuesday-Sunday, March through December; by appointment rest of year. Holiday hours may vary; phone ahead.

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Location	52 Power Street Providence Rhode Island 02906
Phone	401-331-8575
Fax	401- 351-012
Contact	Sandy LeMieux, Site Manager
Email	slemieux@rihs.org
Website	http://www.rihs.org Come see the new exhibit and tour the house to learn more about John Brown, his business, and his family. Timed tours began Tuesday, June 20th Guided tours begin at 10:30, 12:00 noon, 1:30 and 3:00 pm Tuesday through Saturday through December. Each guided tour lasts about an hour. Tickets are $8 for adults, $6 for students and seniors, $4 for ...