Blackstone River Valley National Park
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Thursday August 6 10:30am - 11:30am EDT Weekly
Old Slater Mill Tour
Join a Park Ranger on a tour of the Mill that started the American Industrial Revolution. These 30 minute guided tours investigate the historical significance of Slater Mill, and what valuable lessons the building still teachings us. Tours begin at 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM an......More
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Thursday August 6 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Ranger Walkabout: Navigating the Blackstone Canal, Past and Present
Enjoy a guided walk through North Burial Ground with Annalisa Heppner. Learn about the flow of the Blackstone Canal through a trench running through North Burial Ground. Visit the gravesites of industrialists whose fortunes depended on the canal, and other local residen......More
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Friday August 7 10:30am - 11:30am EDT Weekly
Old Slater Mill Tour
Join a Park Ranger on a tour of the Mill that started the American Industrial Revolution. These 30 minute guided tours investigate the historical significance of Slater Mill, and what valuable lessons the building still teachings us. Tours begin at 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM an......More
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Saturday August 8 10:00am - 11:00am EDT Weekly
Towpath Talks
Join a Park Ranger for a walk along the historic Blackstone Canal. Walks last between 45 - 60 minutes. Rangers offer talks on the history of the Blackstone Canal, transportation, and industrial landscapes. Programs might also be on environmental topics such as geology, ......More
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Saturday August 8 10:30am - 11:30am EDT Weekly
Old Slater Mill Tour
Join a Park Ranger on a tour of the Mill that started the American Industrial Revolution. These 30 minute guided tours investigate the historical significance of Slater Mill, and what valuable lessons the building still teachings us. Tours begin at 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM an......More
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Saturday August 8 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Saylesville Meeting House and Friends Burial Ground Walking Tour
The Saylesville Meeting House is one of the oldest sites for worship still standing in Rhode Island. Learn about the people who worshipped in this area and see a local landmark notable for its historical significance and architectural beauty. Program presented as a part......More
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Sunday August 9 10:30am - 11:30am EDT Weekly
Old Slater Mill Tour
Join a Park Ranger on a tour of the Mill that started the American Industrial Revolution. These 30 minute guided tours investigate the historical significance of Slater Mill, and what valuable lessons the building still teachings us. Tours begin at 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM an......More
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Sunday August 9 11:00am - 4:00pm EDT Weekly
Take Me Fishing
Learn to fish with us this summer!Join park staff Sunday afternoons in June, July, and August for some FREE family fun. Catch some fish, learn about the river, and earn a Junior Angler badge. All fishing material and bait are provided. Activities available from 11:00 AM......More
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Thursday August 13 10:30am - 11:30am EDT Weekly
Old Slater Mill Tour
Join a Park Ranger on a tour of the Mill that started the American Industrial Revolution. These 30 minute guided tours investigate the historical significance of Slater Mill, and what valuable lessons the building still teachings us. Tours begin at 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM an......More
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Thursday August 13 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Ranger Walkabout: Holocaust Education and Memorial Walk
Walk to Memorial Park with Dr. Laura Auketayeva, Director of Education and Programs at Sandra Bornstein Holocaust Education Center. This tour will include a guided exploration of the Rhode Island Holocaust Memorial in Providence, RI. Meet at Roger Williams National Memo......More
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Friday August 14 10:30am - 11:30am EDT Weekly
Old Slater Mill Tour
Join a Park Ranger on a tour of the Mill that started the American Industrial Revolution. These 30 minute guided tours investigate the historical significance of Slater Mill, and what valuable lessons the building still teachings us. Tours begin at 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM an......More
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Saturday August 15 10:00am - 11:00am EDT Weekly
Towpath Talks
Join a Park Ranger for a walk along the historic Blackstone Canal. Walks last between 45 - 60 minutes. Rangers offer talks on the history of the Blackstone Canal, transportation, and industrial landscapes. Programs might also be on environmental topics such as geology, ......More
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Saturday August 15 10:30am - 11:30am EDT Weekly
Old Slater Mill Tour
Join a Park Ranger on a tour of the Mill that started the American Industrial Revolution. These 30 minute guided tours investigate the historical significance of Slater Mill, and what valuable lessons the building still teachings us. Tours begin at 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM an......More