Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park

The Blackstone River powered America's entry into the Age of Industry. The success of Samuel Slater's cotton spinning mill in Pawtucket, RI touched off a chain reaction that changed how people worked and where they lived. Learn how this revolution transformed the landscape of the Blackstone Valley and the United States. The Visitor Center at Old Slater Mill is currently open Thursday-Sunday, 10-4.

More information at nps.gov/blrv

Photos

Slater Mill, Wilkinson Mill and Brown House at Blackstone River Valley NHP — **Slater Mill Site**
Credit: NPS Photo

Blackstone canal outside of the Wilbur Kelly House — **Ashton Kelly House and canal**
Credit: NPS Photo

The Little Red Shop in Hopedale, MA — **Little Red Shop**
Credit: NPS Photo

Interior view of the Wilkinson Mill — **Wilkinson Mill interior**
Credit: NPS Photo

**Autumn in the Blackstone Valley**
Credit: NPS Photo

Activities

Biking, Fishing, Food, Dining, Picnicking, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Paddling, Canoeing, Kayaking, Junior Ranger Program, Wildlife Watching, Birdwatching