Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park
Massachusetts, Rhode Island
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Free entry
The Blackstone River powered America's entry into the Age of Industry. The success of Samuel Slater's cotton spinning mill in Pawtucket, RI touched off a chain reaction that changed how people worked and where they lived. Learn how this revolution transformed the landscape of the Blackstone Valley and the United States. The Visitor Center at Old Slater Mill is closed for the winter season.
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No entrance fee.
Hours
The park grounds are open from Sunrise to Sunset. The headquarters are located at Slater Mill 67 Roosevelt Ave Pawtucket, RI 02860 (401) 725-8638
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Things to do
Ranger Walkabouts
Revolutionary War Veteran's Pension Transcription Programs
Ranger Guided Tours - Slater Mill
Parked at Home
Take Me Fishing
Nature Walk and Scavenger Hunt
Towpath Talk
Winter Programs
Visitor centers
Old Slater Mill Visitor Center
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