Revolutionary Roundup

A number of events are taking place throughout the Blackstone Valley to commemorate America 250.

Check out our listing here.

Accessible Cycling Returns to Blackstone Valley

All Out Adventures is bringing its fleet of accessible bicycles to the Blackstone River Greenway this spring!

Wednesday, May 21, in Worcester. Register here.

Wednesday, May 28, in Blackstone. Register here.

Wednesday, June 25, in Worcester. Register here.

To volunteer, email volunteer@blackstoneheritagecorridor.org.

Spring Hiking Series

We're halfway through our Spring Hike Series and have clocked many miles with our Volunteer Trail Ambassadors! Volunteer Phil Johanson offers hikes in the Massachusetts portion of the National Heritage Corridor, and Ernie Germani covers the Rhode Island portion. Join us on the trail!.

Massachusetts hikes are at 10 a.m., and Rhode Island hikes are at 9 a.m.

Find the schedule here.

Family Fun Fishing Day

Saturday, May 17, at River Bend Farm

Family Fun Fishing Day is an annual fishing derby at River Bend Farm in Uxbridge, MA. This event is free and open to all abilities.

Win prizes and awards | Raffle items |Activities for all ages | Food truck and ice cream

Register here.

Volunteers Needed! 

Visit openskycs.org/fishingvolunteers.

Third Annual Fish Migration Parade

Sunday, May 18, at 10:30 a.m.

Central Falls Landing, 15 Madeira Ave., Central Falls

Come celebrate the Blackstone River and the hopeful restoration of migratory species. Enjoy family-friendly crafts and hear from local speakers on the importance of this work. Then, we’ll paddle or take a boat ride together about half a mile to explore the eventual spawning grounds for migratory fish. Learn more and RSVP here.

Blackstone Valley Paddle Club Launches 25th Season on May 20

The Blackstone Valley Paddle Club will launch its 25th season with a paddle at the West River in Uxbridge.

Find details on this paddle and the rest of the season here.

The Legacy Campaign: Reimagining Our Future

The Blackstone Heritage Corridor shares inspiring stories of cultural evolution in partnership with dozens of local organizations and communities. Through signage, interpretive panels, brochures, exhibits, five heritage centers, and a cadre of passionate volunteers, we honor the past as we look to the future. Learn about our Legacy Campaign here.

Read the Park's spring newsletter here.

Visit Old Slater Mill

Take a free tour with a park ranger at Old Slater Mill this spring or summer. No reservations are required. All tours are free and open to the public.

Spring Schedule (April 25 - May 17)

Visitor Information Station:

Open Fridays and Saturdays (10:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.)

Guided Tours: Fridays and Saturdays (10:30 A.M., 12:30 P.M., 2:30 P.M.).

Summer Schedule (May 18 - November 1)

Visitor Information Station:

Open Thursdays - Sundays (10:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.)

Guided Tours: Thursdays - Sundays (10:30 A.M., 12:30 P.M., 2:30 P.M.)

Tours are limited to 25 persons – first come, first served.

Rhode Island Cemetery Weeks

Join rangers from Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park for these events

May 10: Distressed of Conscience, Providence

May 24: Visit Olney Burial Ground, Lincoln

May 31: Lonsdale Cemetery Tour, Lincoln

Ranger Walkabouts

Join a Park Ranger and explore the Blackstone River Valley.

During the months of June, July, and August, park staff offer specialty tours at varying locations across the Blackstone River Watershed. These programs begin at 6:30 PM and are 60-minutes long.

Learn more here.