Life in Residence

Fiering House

Fiering House, a three-story Victorian house built in 1869 and beautifully renovated in 2007, serves as an intellectual and social center for JCB fellows in residence. 

The Library dedicated the house to Norman Fiering, Director and Librarian of the John Carter Brown Library from 1983 to 2006 in honor of his instrumental role in making the scholars' residence a reality.

Fiering House is located at 79 Charlesfield Street, less than four blocks from the Library.

The image is a photograph of Fiering House, where fellows may choose to live while in residence.

Providence

Providence is a vibrant capitol city. Often called one of the "best cities for foodies," the diverse restaurant scene offers visitors options to explore outside the reading room.

Our neighbors at the Rhode Island School for Art and Design ensure that there are plenty of art galleries to explore, both on their campus and off. Cultural institutions like the Providence Athenaeum welcome visiting scholars.

For more practical information from the city government, including important notices like city-wide parking bans, it can be helpful to keep an eye on the city's website.

Additional information

For more information about life in residence, please contact us at jcb-contact@brown.edu.