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Tour of the
Week - Blackstone River Valley
Rhode Island, New
England, USA
April 6, 2009
Family Fun in the Blackstone Valley |
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Sample Packaged Tour Itinerary |
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Family Fun in the Blackstone 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 Hidden in
the Blackstone Valley |
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Your day begins at the Blackstone Valley
Visitor Center where you will view the award-winning film,
"Hidden in the Blackstone Valley." The movie provides an
introduction to the Blackstone Valley and why it is so
important to American history. |
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11:00 am Discover
Another American Revolution
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Slater Mill Historic Site is where the
American Industrial Revolution began. Guided by a
knowledgeable costumed interpreter, you'll see how flax is
spun into linen, a waterwheel turning 19th century
machinery, and discover how this 19th century revolution
changed our daily lives.
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1:00 pm Lunch at
Slater Park & Ride the Oldest Loof Carousel |
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Enjoy lunch of hotdogs and hamburgers at
Daggett Farm and visit the farmyard animals, floral gardens,
and a community vegetable gardens. After lunch take a ride
on the historic Looff Carousel, visit the oldest house in
Pawtucket, the Daggett House and visit the Rhode Island
Watercolor Society Art Gallery in the boat house.
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3:00 pm Experience
a Working Dairy Farm
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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: $30
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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