This Saturday, Rhode Island Historical Society’s “SummerWalks” program visits Providence’s Fox Point neighborhood.

The Providence Journal / Sandor Bodo

Take a walk. See the sights. Learn something along the way.

On Saturday at 11 a.m., the Rhode Island Historical Society’s “SummerWalks” program visits Providence’s Fox Point neighborhood. The stroll will explore the area’s architectural heritage, which includes examples of Colonial, Federal and Victorian houses, as well as more contemporary residential and commercial buildings. RIHS guides will also discuss how the area has changed through the years, and how it has been home to many ethnic groups, including Irish, Portuguese and Cape Verdeans.

The tour begins at Reflections Café, 8 Governor St. Participation costs $10 per person. Reservations are requested: (401) 273-7507 ext. 62, or programs@rihs.org.