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Tour of the
Week - Blackstone River Valley
Rhode Island, New
England, USA
November 30, 2009
Art, Wine and Food in the Valley |
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Sample Packaged Tour Itinerary |
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Art, Wine and Food in the Valley |
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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 Coffee
with a taste of Valley History |
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Your day
begins at the Blackstone Valley Visitor Center to view the
award-winning film "Hidden in the Blackstone Valley" which
describes the Valley's history. |
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11:30 am Historic
Cooking in Providence |
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The Culinary
Archives & Museum at Johnson & Wales University is the
premier devoted to the preservation of the history of the
Culinary and hospitality industries. At this museum you will
witness the evolution of the lemon juicer, the cultural
consequences of the colonial tavern and the golden age of
the art-deco diner all in one place. |
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1:00 pm Fine
Italian Cusine |
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Founded in
1998 by Giuseppe Calapai and his son, Chef Giovan Calapai,
Bella in Burrillville carries on the tradition of great food
and service that made the Blue Grotto, Calapai's former
restaurant, a Federal Hill institution. Bella prides itself
on its friendly and professional atmosphere. "There's a
little bit of Federal Hill tucked far away from the hustle
and bustle of Atwells Avenue."
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2:30 pm St. Ann's
Arts and Cultural Center |
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St. Ann's
parish, once the focal point of the French Canadian heritage
of Woonsocket, houses maginificent paintings by Professor
Guido Nicheri painted in the Fresco style of Michaelangelo &
Rafael. The extent and beauty of the artwork are unparalled
in New England and possibly the United States. |
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3:30 pm Wine
Tasting at Diamond Hill Vineyard |
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Savor a sip
of Blackstone Blush or River Valley White at this family run
vineyard in northeastern Rhode Island in a beautiful garden
setting. Established in 1976, Diamond Hill makes a wide
range of grape and fruit wines. |
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This is a guided tour.
Tour Operator
Price: $35.
The price is
based on a minimum of 20 people.
To schedule a tour contact:
Lilly Kayamba
Blackstone Valley Tourism Council
Blackstone Valley Visitor Center
175 Main Street
Pawtucket, Rhode Island 02860
BVTCLilly@aol.com
800-454-2882
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