The Center for Sexual Pleasure and Health (The CSPH) is a sexuality training and education organization that works to reduce sexual shame, challenge misinformation, & advance the field of sexuality. This is achieved by coordinating professional trainings for health care providers, educators, and counselors, holding educational initiatives and community events within the local communities, and offering a rigorous internship program for students and new professionals.
The Center for Sexual Pleasure and Health is designed to provide adults with a safe, physical space to learn about sexual pleasure, health, and advocacy issues. Based out of Pawtucket, Rhode Island, The CSPH’s library and training space resembles a mini sex-museum with a 1950’s home flair. Filled with educational materials, sex toys, books, and the largest handmade vulva doorframe in America, it’s a place where people can attend events, read books, receive personal consultations, or even just pop by to satisfy their curiosity. While there is nothing to purchase at The CSPH, there are many resources for people to learn more and enhance their sexual lives!
Take some time to learn more about us!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CSPH?
The Center for Sexual Pleasure and Health is a resource center for anything and everything relating to sex and sexuality. We have a range of educational materials available to the public. From videos to sexual aids, the CSPH is the place to turn to for real answers to your sexual questions. The CSPH boasts a library of hundreds of books, magazines, and sexuality education curricula available for browsing or loaning. While the CSPH emphasizes sex-positive teachings, it also has a wealth of resources on sexuality throughout history, from the Kinsey Reports to popular sexuality books from the 1920s.
Where is the Center for Sexual Pleasure and Health located?
We are located in the Grant building in Pawtucket, at 250 Main Street. We are the first door on the right hand side upon entering the Grant Building. Look for the little sign above the door that says “Sex Clinic”.
How do I get there?
The CSPH is easily accessible by both car and public transportation.
From the Boston Area by car:
From 1-93 S, take exit 1 to get onto 1-95 S towards Providence, RI. Take exit 27 for US-1 towards Pawtucket. Turn right onto
George St, then right onto Main St.
From Providence by car:
From Memorial Boulevard, take 1-95 N. Take exit 27 towards Downtown/Pawtucket. After merging on Marrin St, turn left
onto Pine St, right onto Church St, Left onto Park Pl, and then a right onto Main St.
Public Transportation:
The Rhode Island Public Transportation Authority (RIPTA) runs several buses near the Center. Lines 42, 78, and R-line North all stop at Main St, and 71, 72, 73, 75, 76, and 79 run in the Pawtucket area. Check out the RIPTA website for schedules and maps! If you are coming in from Boston, take the Providence/Stoughton line into the Providence Station and then take a RIPTA bus connection.
Where can I park?
There is free parking in the street in front of the Grant and, when those spots are taken, there is plenty of free parking in the garage around back.
What are your hours of operation?
The CSPH is open Tuesday through Saturday from 12 to 6pm, as well as by appointment. Consultations and events are held on weekday evenings and weekends.
Can I buy sex toys at The CSPH?
The CSPH at this time does sell sex toys. However, The CSPH has a whole range of toys on display to handle and compare in order to determine the right toy for you. Staff at the CSPH can answer any questions you have about materials, models, and preferences.
Who is Biscuit, and why do I sneeze every time I come to The CSPH?
Biscuit is the cat that lives in the Grant building, and has become the adopted mascot of The Center for Sexual Pleasure and Health. Biscuit is quiet, sweet, and friendly, and loves to come up to strangers to say hello. If you have cat allergies, we request that you take allergy medication before entering the CSPH. Health is always our priority.
