Named after Thomas C. Slater, a retired U.S. Marine Corps sergeant major and Democratic Rhode Island House Representative remembered as the godfather of Rhode Island's medical marijuana program. Slater died of lung cancer in 2009 but his legacy lives on through Rhode Island's original medical dispensary established 2013.
To provide safe, dignified, and affordable access to superior medical cannabis that provides natural, effective relief for debilitating medical conditions, serving as the original and most-respected medical cannabis dispensary in Rhode Island.
Historic 3,000-square-foot dispensary with 20-foot ceilings, glowing lanterns, cobblestone walls, and hardwood floors creating a "feels like home" atmosphere. More than half of Rhode Island's medical cardholders have registered with Slater Center, featuring drive-thru pickup and extensive product testing.