About us
Mission
The mission of Hamilton House is to enhance members’ lives through stimulating interaction with ideas and friends in an adult learning center and to connect them with opportunities to serve the community.

The "Idea"
Dr. Raymond Gibson, minister of Central Congregational Church, had an idea and an 1896 French Chateau bequeathed to the church. The house needed work and after many months attempting to sell the place plans were made to raze the property and build a parking lot. Good timing for Dr. Gibson’s eureka moment.
In 1972 Hamilton House opened its doors for the first-time inviting people 55+ interested in getting together with others to nurture ideas and share life experiences.
The idea transformed into a self-propelled phenomenon and soon became an integral part of many Rhode Islanders lives. A simple idea – provide a setting (Chateau offered by the Church) to people who thought of retirement as a time for enrichment of mind, body and soul.
In 46+ years it’s estimated that more than 5,000 people from Rhode Island have participated in classes, meals programs, exercise groups, discount travel excursions or countless other gatherings offered by Hamilton House. Folks from every RI neighborhood, life situation and point of view are welcome and participate.
It I a common misconception, because of our location, that Hamilton House members live in the neighborhood. In fact, most members reside in the 30 different towns outside of Providence and Massachusetts. The common thread that keeps our members coming back is their love of learning.
Our Staff


Denise Mather Uustal
Administrative Assistant

Jessica Haley
Executive Director

Stephanie Lee
House Coordinator

Mary Nyman
House AssistantCafe Manager/Chef
Our Board

Joan Mekrut
President

Catherine DeMeo
Treasurer

Tom Bain

Marilyn Edwards

Cathy Lawson
Vice President

Katherine Sheridan
Secretary

Patricia O'Hara

Joyce Walsh
HOUSE RENTALS
Intimate Weddings, Small Rehearsal Dinners, Anniversaries, Birthdays, Meetings… Whatever you’re celebrating, make your event memorable at Hamilton House!
Hamilton House is located at 276 Angell Street on Providence’s East Side in a historic French Chateau style building built in 1896. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The building provides a gracious and elegant setting for meetings, receptions or social gatherings, and is a great venue for caterers.
For information about
renting Hamilton House,
contact Jessica Haley at
(401) 831-1800
hamiltonhouse276@gmail.com







