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When and why was Alvarez High School built on the site? How did local residents respond to the City’s decision to build on this site and what is the response now?

In what ways have community activists tried to call attention to environmental concerns at the Gorham site?

On the east side of the Pond is Crescent Street neighborhood (bounded by Crescent, Adelaide and Reservoir). How has this residential area changed over time, in terms of demographics (owners/renters; occupations of workers; race/ethnic background of…

What was the process of creating a Gorham silver tea set in 1910?

How did the physical plant of the Gorham Company change over time? When and why did the Gorham manufacturing buildings get demolished?

Where, in the city of Providence, are objects and papers produced by the Gorham Company? Include libraries, museums, and archival holdings as well as outdoor spaces. Include a map of locations.

Did Gorham employees ever unionize? Ever attempt to?

When and why was the Mashapaug Commons plaza built? What did it replace? What businesses have occupied this plaza?

What is the history of the community boating center? When and why was it built? How has it been used?

What is the history of the Murphy-Trainor Memorial Park (dedicated 1994) and the J.T. Owens Park? How and why were they created?