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Family Fun in The Blackstone Valley, RI
The Blackstone River, one of 14 American Heritage Rivers, flows between Worcester, Massachusetts and Providence Rhode Island. The John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor tells the story of the river's role in starting New England's textile industry and the American Industrial Revolution.
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10:00 am Hidden in the Blackstone Valley |
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| Your day begins at the Blackstone Valley Visitor Center where you will view the award-winning film, "Hidden in the Blackstone Valley." The movie provides an introduction to the Blackstone Valley and why it is so important to American history. |
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11:00 am Discover Another American Revolution |
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| Slater Mill Historic Site is where the American Industrial Revolution began. Guided by a knowledgeable costumed interpreter, you'll see how flax is spun into linen, a waterwheel turning 19th century machinery, and discover how this 19th century revolution changed our daily lives. |
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1:00 pm Lunch at Slater Park & Ride the Oldest Loof Carousel
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| Enjoy lunch of hotdogs
and hamburgers at Daggett Farm and visit the farmyard animals, floral
gardens, and a community vegetable gardens. After lunch take a ride on
the historic Looff Carousel, visit the oldest house in Pawtucket, the Daggett House and visit the Rhode Island Watercolor Society Art Gallery in the boat house. |
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3:00 pm Wilderness River Tour Aboard the Blackstone Valley Explorer
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| End your day with a river cruise exploring the Blackstone River in search of wildlife that now populate the marshlands along the river's shores. Once the first polluted river in the country, be a witness to the major comeback of this American Heritage River. |
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Let Us Do the Planning
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This is a guided tour
Tour Operator Price: $28
The price is based on a minimum of 40 people.
To schedule a tour contact:
Patti McAlpine
Blackstone Valley Tourism Council Blackstone Valley Visitor Center 175 Main Street Pawtucket, Rhode Island 02860 800-454-2882
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This is a seasonal tour and is subject to change pending site availability
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