And the even more mysterious tree!

Bench and tree beside The Map Center, North Main St. Providence

This is a fairly busy bus stop. The bench appeared about a month ago. The tree and the traffic cone have been there a few days. I assumed one of the many construction workers who have been renovating the building was responsible. (See the new stucco?) Turns out, the workers and the neighbors I have spoken to assumed the Map Center guy put it there. I am glad they think I could be so nice. So far, the real benefactor has not made him or herself known.

Bus bench rear view

That design does not look like it came out of a book. I am afraid the roof will not bear up under a heavy snow. But the effort and workmanship are quite impressive. The tree roots are still in burlap inside that box. I have been watering it and am considering putting it into a proper container.

The inbound stop across the street has an official shelter with advertising. You can get out of the rain but you will not be charmed.

Thank you, street furniture folk artist, whoever you are!