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The Alcove fosters community for women and gender expansive people through our public programs and member Haven—a space blending portraits, stories, and gathering areas designed for renewal, connection, and shared momentum.

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Join a growing community of women and gender expansive people seeking respite, connection, and collective momentum.

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Portrait Gallery

Visit one of the only portrait galleries dedicated to showcasing women and gender expansive people from Rhode Island and across the globe.

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Biographical Library

From activists to zoologists, discover books centering the lives and work of women and gender expansive individuals.

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Level Up. Build Strong. 🚜🔨✨ In celebration of Women in Construction Week, we’re spotlighting those whose skills shape the places where we live, work, and gather. At The Alcove, our Biographical Library includes a dedicated Trades and Skille
There's still time to join us for the very first gathering of our book club! Our first read is "Calling In: How to Start Making Change with Those You’d Rather Cancel" by Loretta Ross. 🗓️ Saturday, March 14th ⏰ 1:00-3:00 PM 📍 189
Tap into this story 📱✨ Zhou Qunfei (b. 1970) is the founder of Lens Technology, a Chinese technology company headquartered in Hunan and global manufacturer of smartphone and touchscreen components. After starting her career as a factory worker, s
At The Alcove, every month is Women’s History Month ✨ We honor the lives, work, and wisdom of women and gender expansive people every day through the stories we share, the art we uplift, and the connections we build together. Become a Foundin
March at the Alcove 💫🗓️ Mark your calendar! Here’s what’s coming up this month: ♟️ Game Night Members Only Mar 12 | 5:30–7 PM Members, join us for a drop-in Game Night featuring games invented and designed by women and gender ex
Cookies + community 🍪🍀✨ We were thrilled to host a local Girl Scouts troop at The Alcove for their cookie booth last week. When we support local Girl Scouts, we’re supporting skill-building and the next generation of entrepreneurs! Thank yo
Before there was Elvis Presley, there was Sister Rosetta Tharpe 🎶🎸✨ Known as the “Godmother of Rock and Roll,” Sister Rosetta Tharpe (1915–1973) fused gospel music with electric guitar in a style that shaped the sound of rock lon
Huge thanks to Regina Costa @reginav79 , owner of @arborealsolutionsllc , for her incredible work caring for our tree canopy here at The Alcove 🌳✨ It’s an honor to partner with a local, woman-owned business that brings such deep expertise an