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VALLEY TALK: Fleeced, with author Madelyn Shaw
VALLEY TALK: Fleeced, with author Madelyn Shaw
This year, all Valley Talks will be presented in a hybrid format, meaning guests have the option to attend the presentation in person at the Museum or virtually through Zoom. In checkout, make sure to select the correct ticketing option that reflects how you would like to attend the presentation. Not all about wool…
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VALLEY TALK: The Birth and Death of a Textile Mill with Bonnie Wade Mucia
VALLEY TALK: The Birth and Death of a Textile Mill with Bonnie Wade Mucia
Industrial mills once dotted the landscape in New England, particularly along the Blackstone River Valley, which extends from Worcester, Massachusetts, to Providence, Rhode Island. These mills are gradually disappearing because they fall into disrepair, require too much maintenance, and are filled with hazardous materials like asbestos. Therefore, tearing them down is more cost-effective. Join genealogist…