May 2, 2024 · Opened in August 2019, this pedestrian bridge reuses the existing piers of the old I-195 highway bridge. Stretching 450 feet across the Providence River, the deck of the bridge is constructed from Brazilian Ipe wood and features matching wooden benches, built-in chess boards, and illuminated tables.

The Michael S. Van Leesten Memorial Bridge is a footbridge crossing the Providence River located in the city of Providence, Rhode Island. The bridge connects Providence's Fox Point neighborhood to the city's Jewelry District. Originally known as the Providence River Pedestrian Bridge, in July 2020 it was renamed in honor of Michael S. Van Leesten.

Aug 9, 2019 · PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — After nearly three years in the making, a grand opening ceremony Friday morning marked the opening of the new Providence River Pedestrian Bridge. The new pedestrian...

Jun 29, 2020 · As a part of the Waterfront Park Master Plan, the Providence River Pedestrian Bridge had a significant responsibility to unify the East and West Park spaces into an integrated public...

Aug 9, 2019 · "This new pedestrian bridge not only provides easy access between the Providence River's east and west sides, but also symbolizes the growth of the city as a destination for the arts and innovation," U.S. Congressman David N. Cicilline said.

Aug 8, 2019 · The new pedestrian bridge will be an enhancement to Providence's walkability -- it will create a destination and add a new route to walkers wanting to connect to Fox Point, the Jewelry...

Aug 9, 2019 · State officials gathered to officially welcome the public onto the new pedestrian bridge over the Providence River. (Office of Governor Gina Raimondo) PROVIDENCE, RI — It's now much quicker...

Opened to the public in August 2019 as The Providence River Pedestrian Bridge, the Providence City Council’s Committee on Urban Redevelopment, Renewal, and Planning voted to rename the bridge in June 2020 in honor of Michael S. Van Leesten, a civil rights activist, business and community leader, athlete, and a life-long resident of the city.

The Providence River Pedestrian Bridge is immersed within a duality of synthesizing the traditional materials of granite and wood into programs that can feel both substantial and fluid, weaving an occupiable ground plane into a seamless connection between the east and west.