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Blackstone
Valley Bicycle Path
Front Street, Pawtucket
401-723-7892 Fax: 401-724-7951
Will eventually be a 17 mile bikeway
linking Woonsocket to Pawtucket, and eventually extending up to Worcester.
The recently completed first leg is 7 miles from Front Street to the
Blackstone State Park at the end of Lower River Road. The path is open to
bikers, walkers, roller skaters and baby strollers. Parking is available
at both ends. Cyclelackstone.com
 Blackstone
Valley Explorer
Blackstone
Valley Tourism Council 175 Main Street Pawtucket RI 02860
Executive Director: Robert Billington 401-724-2200
Fax: 401-724-1342 Email
Since 1993, the 49 passenger
Explorer has provided 120,000 passengers with a number of river
tours along the Blackstone River. In addition to being available
for charter use, there are a number of regularly scheduled
narrated and custom tours held throughout the warm weather
months, in addition to various educational programs.
More
details (RiverTourBlackstone.com)
 Brown
& Hopkins Country Store
1179 Putnam Pike (Rte 44), P.O. Box L, Chepachet, Rhode Island 02814
Tel 401-568-4830 Fax 401-568-4820
America's oldest continuously operated country store
specializing in country/primitive home accessories and gifts, antique
reproduction furniture and lighting.
Also featuring old fashioned penny candy counter, New England gourmet
specialties such as jams & jellies from Stonewall Kitchen, and Vermont
Cheddar Cheese. Coffee, Tea and seasonal beverages served as part of The
Brown & Hopkins Charity Coffee Club. DIRECTIONS From
Providence: Rte. 95 to Rte. 6 West to Rte. 295 North to Rte. 44 West.
From Northern Connecticut: Rte. 44 East. From Southern Connecticut: Rte.
395 to Rte. 44 East.
 Daggett
House
Slater Park, Off US Rte. 1-A, Newport Ave. Pawtucket RI 02861 401-722-2631
The oldest standing house in
Pawtucket, furnished with outstanding antiques, including Colonial
Pewter used in the Revolutionary War and China owned by Gen. & Mrs. Nathanael Greene and the Daggett Family. Eight generations of Daggetts
lived on the farm, now known as Slater Park. The house was leased in
1902 by the Pawtucket Chapter of the Daughters of the American
Revolution (DAR) who began its restoration.
Diamond Hill Park
Rte. 114 Cumberland RI 02864 401-728-2400
Named for its mile-long face of veined
granite quartz, Diamond Hill is another great place to do some jogging
or hiking, have a picnic and enjoy a free concert. The town sponsors the
free Summer Concert Series in July and August. Climb to the summit and
you can see for miles around on a clear day. Once you've gotten to the
top of the former ski slopes (the smaller hill on the left is a much
easier hike) you come to walking trails from which you can see the
Diamond Hill Reservoir to the east and Woonsocket and beyond to the
west. (Watch out for loose rocks and some shaky footing when near the
top of the tallest ski slope). There are picnic sites throughout the
park with permits required only for outings and barbecues. The pond in
front of the bandstand is a favorite of kids looking for frogs and
tadpoles. Bring a net and bucket for observing, but remember to return
the catch to the pond when through. Bathroom facilities are open only on
days at special events and outings by permit. The park is just a few
miles north of I-295.
 Diamond
Hill Vineyards
3145 Diamond Hill Road Cumberland RI
02864 Claire & Peter Bernston
401-333-2751 Fax: Toll Free 1-800-752-2505
A 200 year old vineyard and 33-acre
vineyard and orchards, the site includes tours, wine & cheese
tastings, a gift shop, and facilities for special functions. Since 1976,
owners Claire and Peter Bernston have produced fruit wines of native New
England fruits, including their own estate grown pinot noir. The Gift
shop offers baskets, personalized labels, gourmet foods and accessories.
DIRECTIONS: From Interstate Rte. 295: Take
Exit 11, proceed north on Rte. 114 (Diamond Hill Rd.), 2 miles to stone
gates and sign on the cast side of the road.
 Gamm
Theatre
172 Exchange St.
Pawtucket RI 02860 401.723.4266
info@gammtheatre.org
The Gamm presents plays of substance
and distinction, acted with excellence and offered to the public
in an intimate setting that allows the audience to be immersed
fully in the ambiance of the production and the interchange
between the actors themselves, and between the actors and the
audience. Website
George Washington
Management Area
2185 Putnam Pike Chepachet RI 02814 401-568-2013
A 3,000 acre state-managed area for
swimming, camping and hiking connected to the 100-acre Casimir Pulaski
Memorial Park on the Burrillville-Glocester border. On Rt 44, 2 miles
east of the Connecticut state line, 5.4 miles west from the junction of
Rtes 44 & 102 Sites: 45 trailers facilities: Primitive tent &
trailer camp-sites in a wooded area overlooking Bowdish Reservior.
Swimming and hiking trails. (No pets allowed)
 Job
Armstrong Store
1181 Main Street Chepachet RI
02814 401-568-4077
The largest of the 13 dry goods stores in
the village in the early 1800's. It is now a living museum with artisans
demonstrating crafts of ancestors - spinning, weaving, quilting, and rug
hooking. Crafts are on sale in the restored Country Store and a number
of events are held on an annual basis. Headquarters of Glocester
Heritage Society and a Visitor Center. DIRECTIONS: From
Providence: Rte. 95 to Rte. 6 West to Rte. 295 North to Rte. 44 West.
From Northern Connecticut: Rte. 44 East. From Southern Connecticut:
Rte. 395 to Rte. 44 East. More details
Capt. Wilbur Kelly House Museum
Blackstone River State Park, Lincoln, RI Along the Blackstone River
Bikeway
401-333-0295
It's where all of
the transportation stories of the Blackstone River Valley Come
together. Situated between the Blackstone River and the Blackstone
Canal, the museum shows the history of the river and canal as a
means of transportation from the Native American peoples to the
pinnacle of the Industrial Revolution. Open April through October
9 am to 4:30 pm daily.
 Lincoln
Woods State Park
2 Manchester Print Works Road, Rt. 146
& Rt. 123 Entrances Lincoln RI 02865
401-723-7892
Features one of the area's largest freshwater
beaches, the park includes swimming, picnicking, boating,
baseball, freshwater fishing, horseback riding, naturalist and
recreational programs, road races, special events, walking and
jogging, snowmobiling and ice skating. There are 92 picnic
tables and fireplace sites, 2 picnic shelters, 2 games fields, 1
little league field, 10 miles of bridal trails, a boat ramp,
bathhouse, concession stand and information office.
Monastery, The
and Nine Men's Misery
Rte. 114, Diamond Hill Road Cumberland RI
02864 401-728-2400
Site of a former Cistercian Monastery,
portions of the original monastery buildings are still intact despite
a fire in the 1950's. Home to the Cumberland Public Library. Also
contains jogging and walking traits, and horseback riding is allowed.
HOURS: Dawn to dusk.
 Museum
of Work & Culture & Visitors Center
Market Square Woonsocket RI 02895 401-769-WORK (9675)
Fax: 401-331-8575
The Museum provides the story of
local culture, immigration, labor, and enterprise in the Blackstone
Valley River Valley, and the story of the French Canadians who left the
farms of Quebec for the factories of New England. Two floors contain 8
real-life displays, more than 200 photographs, 3 films, many
interactive-audio presentations, hands-on displays, please-touch
exhibits, and changing exhibitions. The Museum also holds the La Fete du
Jour L'An, a traditional French celebration welcoming the New Year. The
Museum store features unique gifts, books, crafts and clothing.
HOURS: Weekdays: 9:30- am - 4 pm; Saturdays: 10 am - 5 pm;
Sundays: 1 pm - 5 pm. Open most holidays. ADIRECTIONS: From Interstate
95 S, exit onto Interstate 295 from Attleboro: or from Interstate 95 N
exit onto Interstate 295 from Warwick. Exit at 9B, staying on 146 to 104
N into Woonsocket. Follow signs to Visitors Center, Market Square at
South Main St.
 Pawtucket
Red Sox
PO Box 2365 Pawtucket RI 02860
401-724-7300
Fax: 401-724-2140
Triple A farm club of the
Pawtucket Red Sox offers a inexpensive evening out for the family in a
park that's retained its old fashioned appeal despite renovations
completed just before the 1999 season. In addition to the new stadium
seating, there is also a new beam that circles the entire outfield to
give fans a casual viewing area in a picnic-like atmosphere. A number of
special events are run throughout the season and pre-game barbecues and
party tent reservations are available for groups or organizations.
DIRECTIONS: I-95 North: Exit 28 (School
St.), follow School St. 2 blocks to Pond St., turn left on Pond to
Columbus Ave. I-95 South: Exit 2A (Newport Ave., Pawtucket), follow
Newport Ave. 2 miles, take right on Columbus Ave., follow 1 mile.
Powder
Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge, Audubon Society of RI
12 Sanderson Rd Smithfield RI 401-949-5454
77 acre refuge of the Audubon Society of Rhode
Island, the Refuge contains over 2 miles of trails through pine
forest and open fields, a library and a gift shop, in addition
to being the Society's headquarters. The Audubon Society has
dedicated the refuge for quiet walking, observing and learning
about wildlife, capturing plants and animals with photographs,
and protection of wildlife. Powder Mill has fine pine stands, a
pond and a brook. There are 3 trails. The blue trail is 35 - 40
minutes, the orange trail is 15 - 20 minutes, and the yellow
trail is 55 - 65 minutes. A complete trail trip is about 2 miles
and takes about 90 minutes. DIRECTIONS: 295 to exit 7B onto
Route 44 west. At the 3rd set of lights, turn left onto Route 5
(Sanderson Road). Turn left at the 2nd driveway. The refugee is
located behind the mall.
 Blackstone
Valley Scenic
Railway Tours
Blackstone
Valley Tourism Council 175 Main Street Pawtucket RI 02860
Executive Director: Robert Billington 401-724-2200
Fax: 401-724-1342 Email
Rail excursions in summer and fall as well as
special rail trips such as The Fall Foliage Tour & Polar Express.
More details
 Slater
Memorial Park
Armistice Boulevard Pawtucket RI 02861 401-728-0500x257
The Park offers 18 picnic sites, tennis
courts and ballfields, gardens and walking paths, pony rides, the
historic 1685 Daggett House and historic Looff Carousel, built in 1895.
Pony rides for kids take place in the old zoo area, is now set up like a
small farm. The Marconi Gardens, near the Armistice Boulevard entrance,
is a popular spot for wedding photos, and include a footbridge and
gazebo. Permits are required for photos. The Casino houses the RI
Watercolor Society Art Gallery. HOURS: 9 am - 9 pm. See more info for
hours and fees for individual attractions. More
details
 Smith
Appleby House
220
Stillwater Road Smithfield RI 02917
Answering Machine: 401-231-7363
Built in 1696, this beautifully restored and
furnished farm house features beautiful cabinet work and an
intriguing antique collection. Over the years, the House's
farmlands, woodlands and orchards have been the site of a grist
mill, a saw mill and a blacksmith shop. Most fascinating is the
smoke room on the second floor, serviced by the huge fireplace
in the keeping room. Displayed in the house is beautiful cabinet
work and an intriguing antique collection. Also holds monthly
food festivals. Available for weddings and other special
occasions. DIRECTIONS: Route 295 to exit 8B, left at first light
onto Thurber Blvd. Continue to end and take left onto Stillwater
Rd.
 Slater
Mill Museum
67 Roosevelt Avenue, PO Box 696, Pawtucket, RI 02862
401-725-8638 Fax: 401-722-3040 Website:
www.slatermill.org
Experience the birthplace of modern America. Try
spinning and weaving in the Sylvanus Brown House, built in 1758
originally for the Jencks family. See waterpower run a 19th century
machine shop in the Wilkinson Mill built in 1810 and hear the rumble
of operating machinery in Slater Mill, built in 1793, where it all
began. All educational programs are curriculum-based and can be
adapted to learn objectives and capabilities of the group. Special
programming available. Private visits can be designed especially for
your needs. Museum Shop, physically accessible and bus parking
on-site. Directions: Rte. 95 South: Take Exit 29, Pawtucket-North
Providence, and follow signs to Slater Mill Museum. Rte. 95 North:
Take Exit 29, left off exit on to Broadway, cross over highway,
right on Exchange Street at first traffic light, left on Roosevelt
Ave at first light. Slater Mill will be on your left past the Police
Station.
 Spring
Lake
Rt 102 to Spring Lake Rd to Black Hut
Rd Burrillville RI
Fishing & boat launch, gravel slope
ramp, no outboard motors; lake swimming, penny arcade machines from 1920
and 1930. More
details
 Stadium
Theatre Performing Arts Centre
P.O.Box 665, 329 Main St. Woonsocket RI
02895 401-762-4545
A beautiful 1,100 seat
theatre, built in 1924 and currently undergoing the Blackstone Valley's
premier historic restoration campaign. Offers theatrical events,
concerts, film series and children's programs. To support the
restoration project, call the theatre.
 Twin River
100 Twin River Road, Lincoln, RI 02865
401-723-3200 Fax: 401-727-4770 Toll Free 1-877-82RIVER
Located in Lincoln,
Rhode Island, Twin River, formerly Lincoln Park, is Rhode Island’s
favorite gaming & entertainment destination. On site, you’ll find
everything from 4,752 VLTs, race simulcasting,
to entertainment and a bevy of dining options. Twin River is
undergoing a $220 million renovation to expand its facility to
create a world-class gaming facility.
DIRECTIONS: From Boston: I-95 South to I-295 South to Rte. 146 south
to Lincoln, RI. From Worcester: Rte. 146 South to Lincoln, RI. From
Connecticut: I-95 North to Rte. 146 North to Lincoln, RI. Follow
signs from Rte. 146. Website
 World
War II Memorial State Park
Woonsocket RI 02895 401-762-9717
The site of Woonsocket's annual
Autumnfest as well as many seasonal events, this park is unique in that
it contains a pond with a freshwater beach right in the middle of the
city. Facilities include freshwater swimming, picnicking, tennis,
volleyball, horseshoes, concerts, ice skating and special events. It
also contains a bathhouse, 2 tennis courts, 2 volleyball courts, 2
horseshoe courts, a playground, shuffle board, bandstand, first aid
room, and an information office. HOURS: Daylight Site of Woonsocket's
Autumnfest.
 Wright's
Dairy Farm
200 Woonsocket Hill Road North Smithfield RI
02896
401-767-3014 Fax: Toll-Free 1-800-222-9734
A real, working dairy farm where people can see 120
Holsteins milked daily around 3 - 5 pm. Fresh ice cream, milk, whipped
cream deserts are available from the farm and on-premises bakery. Tours
available
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