Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park

Slater Mill, Wilkinson Mill and Brown House at Blackstone River Valley NHP

About Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park

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.

Quick Facts

State Rhode Island
Designation National Historical Park
State Code RI,MA
Weather Summer temperatures range from 56-83F. Fall temperatures range from 30-70F. Winter temperatures range from 20-45F. Spring temperatures range from 30-70F.

Operating 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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Activities

Biking Fishing Food Dining Picnicking Guided Tours Self-Guided Tours - Walking Paddling Canoeing Kayaking Junior Ranger Program Wildlife Watching Birdwatching

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