Swan Point Cemetery Walking Tour

Swan Point Cemetery, 585 Blackstone Boulevard. During this ninety-minute walking tour, explore the park-like setting of the oldest section of Swan Point Cemetery's historic landscape and monuments. Learn how design connects to culture while gaining personal perspectives with stories of Lippitt family members and their Providence contemporaries. Led by Lippitt House Museum Director Carrie Taylor and architectural historian Ronald J. Onorato. Built in 1846 and expanded in 1886, Swan Point is an excellent example of the garden cemetery movement. $10; advanced ticket purchase required. (401) 453-0688; lippitthouse@preserveri.org; www.preserveri.org.