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Tour of the
Week - Blackstone River Valley
Rhode Island, New
England, USA
December 15, 2008
Blackstone Valley Sampler |
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Sample Packaged Tour Itinerary |
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Blackstone Valley Sampler |
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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9:00 am The
Blackstone Valley Visitor Center |
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Our first stop will be at the visitor
center where you will view the award-winning film, "Hidden
in the Blackstone." This movie will walk you through the
Valley's fascinating history. |
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9:20 am Slater
Mill Museum
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At Slater Mill Museum you will explore
three authentic historical buildings, & garden. Here you
will meet Slater Mill interpreters dressed as men and women
of the 19th Century - all eager to share their knowledge of
the period and how the industrial revolution continues to
affect our lives today. |
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11:00 am
Hearthside Manor |
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Visit one of the finest examples of Federal
period homestead, hosted by period-costumed interpreters.
Hearthside was built in 1810 on pastoral Great Road, the
first road through the wilderness between Providence and
Mendon, Massachusetts, and one of the oldest thoroughfares
in America. |
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11:45 am Valentine
Whitman House
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Tour of Whitman's home, one of a few
surviving "stone-end" houses built in the 17th century.
Whitman was a friend of Roger Williams, founder of Rhode
Island. |
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12:30 pm Village
Haven
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Enjoy a Chicken Family Style lunch at the
Village Haven. This is a regional specialty that you will
find in the Valley. Your meal includes roasted chicken,
ziti, salad and French fries along a small beverage and
dessert. |
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2:00 pm Museum of
Work and Culture
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The contribution of French Canadian
immigrants to the Blackstone Valley has left a strong Rhode
Island legacy. See and hear their story. |
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3:00 pm Wright's
Dairy Farm:00 pm Wright's Dairy FarmArticle adline
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End your day at the 100-year-old Wright's
Farm and Bakery. Learn the secrets of dairy production and
watch a cow milking demonstration. Enjoy a homemade baked
treat from the bakery. |
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Tour Operator
Price: $36
The price is
based on a minimum of 37 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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