Providence

Why Providence?

The I.C.E. Exchange is an important time for the credentialing community to come together to learn, network, and exchange ideas. We know the location of the Exchange is an important component of deciding to attend.

Learn more about I.C.E.'s site selection process

Rhode Island Convention Center

The 2026 I.C.E. Exchange will be hosted at the Rhode Island Convention Center (RICC). Located in the heart of downtown Providence, the RICC is within walking distance to restaurants, hotels, shops, art galleries, night clubs, museums and more.

I.C.E. has secured room blocks at:

Omni Providence Hotel, connected to the RICC, and
Hilton Providence Hotel, a 4-minute walking distance from the RICC

The RICC is located 10 miles from the Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport and half a mile from the Providence Train Station.

Visiting Providence

Providence, known as The Creative Capital, combines the accessibility and friendliness of a small town with the culture and sophistication of a big city. The RICC is located in downtown Providence, a compact and walkable location, with restaurants, nightlife, and shopping located within easy walking distance. Three rivers flow through the downtown area, providing lovely walking paths.

Providence is home to several museums: the RISD Museum, part of the famed Rhode Island School of Design; the John Brown House Museum, a landmark from the 18th century; and the Governor Henry Lippitt House Museum, an American National Historic Landmark.
Providence's downtown is a model for the adaptive reuse of buildings, having preserved much of the stunning architecture of bygone eras. Take a self-guided walking tour to discover the history.