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Tour of the
Week - Blackstone River Valley
Rhode Island, New
England, USA
October 27, 2008
Holiday Shopping in the
Blackstone Valley |
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Sample Packaged Tour Itinerary |
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Holiday Shopping in the
Blackstone Valley |
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Holiday Shopping in the Blackstone Valley
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 Not Your
Run-of-the-Mill Museum Shoppe |
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Enjoy a fresh cup of Starbucks coffee at
the Slater Mill Museum Store and Cafe. Located in the
Blackstone Valley Visitor Center, this delightful little
shop features jewelry, glass, paper, fine art and textile
items made by local artists and other unique gift items.
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11:00 am Rhode
Island Antique Mall |
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Specializing in Art Decor and modern design
from 1950's, browse two floors for high-quality antiques. |
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12:30 pm Chicken
Family Style at Wright's Farm |
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A tradition that started in the 1930s on
Sunday afternoons when Valley Italian immigrants played
bocce, you'll enjoy Italian roast chicken, salad, pasta and
a potato dish.
After your meal, visit the gift shop and
browse a diverse selection of merchandise for all occasions
including candles, candle accessories, seasonal gifts, home
decor, personal care products, jewelry, greeting cards,
collectables and more. |
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2:30 pm Museum of
Work and Culture Gift Store |
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If you are seeking locally made textiles
and crafts, this is the shop for you. This gift shop
features local factory-made woolen blankets, books on
immigration and labor history. You may also wish to visit
the nearby art gallery and flower shop.
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4:00 pm Wright's
Dairy's Farm |
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Shop the Country Store at this 100-year old
working dairy farm. Here you will find fresh milk and
homemade fudge for your holiday table.
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Tour Operator
Price: $32.00 (includes food voucher)
The price is
based on a minimum of 40 people.
For more
information and/or assistance with hotel accommodations and
restaurant reservations contact:
Patti McAlpine
Blackstone Valley Tourism Council
Blackstone Valley Visitor Center
175 Main Street
Pawtucket, Rhode Island 02860
patti@tourblackstone.com
800-454-2882 |
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