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Tour of the
Week - Blackstone River Valley
Rhode Island, New
England, USA
March 1, 2008
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 Valley History |
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Your day begins with coffee and muffins at
the Blackstone Valley Visitor Center then 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 Rhode Island |
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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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2:30 pm
St. Ann's Arts & Cultural Center |
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St. Ann's parish, once the focal point of
the French Canadian heritage of Woonsocket, houses
magnificent 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: $32.
The price is based on a minimum of
37 people.
To schedule a tour contact:
Patti McAlpine
Blackstone Valley Tourism Council
Blackstone Valley Visitor Center
175 Main Street
Pawtucket, Rhode Island 02860
info@tourblackstone.com
800-454-2882
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