Providence Parks
Fenner Square
History
A very small plaza at the intersection of Governor and Williams streets.
Fenner Square’s name commemorates Rhode Island’s 4th Governor Arthur Fenner and his son, Rhode Island Governor and Senator James Fenner. Initially known as “What Cheer Farm,” the Fenner estate extended from Hope Street and Power Street to the Seekonk River in the early 17th century. Close to the park was a horse stable and the workers there would walk the horses around the triangular plot of land, which was then known as “Heater Park” (Preservation RI). It was once known as the Corporal Fred L. Dyer Memorial.
Recent Improvements
- Mural painted on street
Details
Status
Open Year-Round
Open Year-Round
Neighborhood
College Hill
College Hill
Acreage
0.1 acres
0.1 acres
Coordinates
41.823081, -71.394200
41.823081, -71.394200
Address
80 Governor Street
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80 Governor Street
Report an Issue
To report a maintenance issue at this location, submit a request through PVD 311 or contact the Parks Department directly.
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Providence Parks creates and maintains exceptional, accessible green spaces that serve as the foundation for wellbeing, quality of life, and environmental stewardship in Providence, Rhode Island.
Contact
Providence Parks Department
Clark Dalrymple Boathouse
Roger Williams Park
1000 Elmwood Ave
Providence, RI 02905
Superintendent: Wendy Nilsson
providenceri.gov/parks