Ranger Walkabout

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.

Please wear comfortable footwear and bring water. Most tours are outside and often include walking on uneven surfaces on varying types of terrain with no access to bathroom facilities. Bug spray and sunscreen are also highly suggested.

August 31: Labor Day Preview at Slater Mill, 67 Roosevelt Avenue, Pawtucket, RI

Sam Slater did not build the mill that bears his name, but who did? Join us for a special labor history tour of Old Slater Mill. Hear the stories of child laborers, recently emancipated African Americans, and local craftsmen who built the machines, processed the cotton and built the structure itself.