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Tour of the
Week - Blackstone River Valley
Rhode Island, New
England, USA
June 8, 2008
Cultural Heritage Celebration |
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Sample Packaged Tour Itinerary |
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Cultural Heritage Celebration |
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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.
Celebrating the
Asian Heritage of the Blackstone Valley, this week our
itinerary features a day of Dragonboat Racing and
entertainment at the 9th annual Rhode Island
Dragonboat
Race and Taiwan Festival - Saturday September 6, 2008. |
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8:30 am
Blackstone Valley Visitor's Center |
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Your day will begin at leisurely pace, with
coffee and muffins at the Blackstone Valley Visitor Center
then view the award-winning film "Hidden in the Blackstone
Valley" for a preview of the Valley's rich history. After
the film, your group will board a shuttle to the Festival
Pier. |
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9:00 am - 4:00
pm Dragonboat and Taiwan Festival |
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Experience the Rhode Island Chinese Dragon
Boat Races and Taiwan Day Festival. Nothing compares to the
rhythm of the pounding drum beat and the splashing sound of
22 paddlers racing to the finish line.
Relish in the Asian culture of with dance,
music, arts and crafts, and cuisine. Sponsored by the
Pawtucket Arts Festival, Taiwan ROC, Memorial Hospital, the
Rhosde Island Sports Council, the Taiwan Visitor
Association, NY Taipei Economic Cultural Office Boston and
the Blackstone Valley Tourism Council; this is perfect way
to end your summer. |
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11:00 am
A River's Rebirth |
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Enjoy a riverboat cruise of the Valley
Falls wilderness area aboard the Blackstone Valley Explorer.
Hear the remarkable comeback story of this American Heritage
River that once powered the waterwheels of industry. Herons,
ospreys, fish and other wildlife are returning to the waters
of the Blackstone River.
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12:30 pm
Dining and Gaming at Twin River |
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You know the river's history, now it's time
dine, play and win at New England's newest gaming and
entertainment complex. You have your choice from an Irish
Pub to Buffet style dining. Spend the rest of the afternoon
trying your luck on the gaming floor with over 4,700 slot
machines. |
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This is a guided tour.
Tour Operator
Price: $11 (includes $5.00 per person to participate in the
Chinese Dumpling Eating Contest) .
The price is based on a minimum of
35 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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