Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park

National Park Service, Rhode Island.

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. Old Slater Mill is open Thursdays - Sundays.

Nearby Activities

  • Biking
  • Boating
  • Camping
  • Fishing
  • Paddling
  • Picnicking
  • Wildlife Viewing

Directions

The park headquarters is located at the Wilkinson Mill in the Historic Slater Mill Complex in Pawtucket, RI. 67 Roosevelt Avenue Pawtucket, RI 02860 401-428-3816

Additional Information

  • Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park Map
  • Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park Official Website

Photo Gallery

  • Ashton Kelly House and canalThe Blackstone Canal and towpath along the Wilbur Kelly House in Ashton, RI
  • Little Red ShopThe Little Red Shop in Hopedale, MA - the original home of the Draper Loom Corporation
  • Wilkinson Mill interiorThe machine shop inside the Wilkinson Mill
  • Autumn in the Blackstone Valley
  • SlatersvilleView of John Slater's home in Slatersville, RI
  • Slater Mill SiteSlater Mill, Wilkinson Mill and Brown House at Blackstone River Valley NHP

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