Providence Parks
Hopkins Square
History
The Square is named after Admiral Esek Hopkins and functioned as the Hopkins family burial ground before the graves were reinterred at the North Burial Ground. Today, the Square features a prominent statue of Esek Hopkins. Like many other statues throughout the city, it was cast at the former Gorham factory, a sprawling 37-acre industrial plant once located in Elmwood. The square is situated between Ascham St. Park to the East and Prete-Metcalf Park to the West, one block away from each via Hawkins St.
There are several Veterans memorial markers in the square:
- Private Nicholas Iacono, WWI, dedicated 1935.
- Nicholas Barone
- Joseph Bucci
Recent Improvements
- Updated furnishings and improvements coming in 2026.
- Since 2025, the nearby St. Ann’s Piazza at 578 Charles St is maintained by the church under a long-term lease agreement with the Providence Public Building Authority.
Details
Status
Open Year-Round
Open Year-Round
Neighborhood
Charles
Charles
Acreage
1 acres
1 acres
Coordinates
41.850853, -71.420646
41.850853, -71.420646
Address
465 Branch Avenue
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465 Branch Avenue
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