Old Slater Mill Update

Please note: the Visitor Center at Old Slater Mill National Historic Landmark is closed for the season. We look forward to seeing you again in warmer months. 

The grounds of the landmark are open 7 days a week, dawn to dusk. There is a free guided tour available on the NPS App. 

FIELD TRIPS: Starting on February 21, 2024, the park will offer field trips on Wednesdays & Fridays through April 5, 2024. Field trips to the mill and Kelly House (Lincoln, RI) can be booked on various weekdays through June 12, 2024. See website for additional details: https://www.nps.gov/blrv/learn/education/index.htm.

PUBLIC TOURS: Tours for the general public will resume on a limited basis starting April 19, 2024. Tours will be offered at 12:30 and 2:30 on Fridays and Saturdays through May 4th. Old Slater Mill will be open to the general public for tours Thursday-Sunday, starting May 9, 2024. Tours are offered three times daily at 10:30, 12:30, and 2:30, Friday-Sunday in May (starting May 10, 2024). Regular operations (tours three times daily, Thursday-Sunday) begin June 6, 2024. Check out the park's calendar for more details: https://www.nps.gov/blrv/planyourvisit/calendar.htm.

OTHER TOURS: Extended tours of Old Slater Mill are available for groups of lifelong learners and college-level classes (up to 25 visitors per tour). These tours are offered on a first come, first served basis depending on availability. While there is no fee, reservations are required. Please email allison_horrocks@NPS.gov to learn more and to make a booking.

• Old Slater Mill will be open to the general public for tours Thursday-Sunday, starting May 9, 2024. 
• Please note: on Thursdays in May, tours are offered at 12:30 and 2:30.
• Tours are offered three times daily at 10:30, 12:30, and 2:30, Friday-Sunday in May (starting May 10, 2024).
• Regular operations (tours three times daily, Thursday-Sunday) begin June 6, 2024.

Hopedale Women's History Walk

Saturday, March 9 at 10:00 a.m.

Meet at the Little Red Shop Museum

12 Hopedale St., Hopedale, MA

This Women’s History Month, explore Hopedale with us!



Hopedale began as a radical commune dedicated to the idea of women’s equality. Learn about changes in Hopedale over time during this 60-minute walk. The Hopedale Parklands includes a number of small trails with views of the Hopedale Pond. Parking is available on Hopedale Street.

Women’s History Month Open House 

Saturday, March 23 | 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 

Old Slater Mill National Historic Landmark 

67 Roosevelt Ave., Pawtucket, RI 

Take a guided tour of Slater Mill and explore the history of women’s work and leadership at the site.

A special exhibit will be on display about the first wage worker’s strike in the United States, a protest led by women workers in Pawtucket.

SCHEDULE

1:30 - Special Women's History Tour of Slater Mill 

2:30 - First Strike Talk & Exhibit 

3:00 - When Art Meets History: Conversation with David Lawlor and Alicia Wilder 

Presented in partnership with David Lawlor (Run of the Mill) and Alicia Wilder (Metamorphosis: The TEN31 Dance Company). 

Come Out for a Power Walk! 

This spring, join a park ranger for a series of "power walks" around historic sites in the Blackstone Valley. 

During these brisk walking tours, we'll explore the history of waterpower and check out some hidden gems along the Blackstone. 

Hosted on Thursdays, April 18 through May 30, at 5:30 p.m. Stay tuned for more details! Free and open to all; no advance registration is required. Cancellations will be posted on the park website: nps.gov/blrv.