Summer Newsletter 2025
Learn about all the happenings around Blackstone River Valley NHP and Roger Williams National Memorial this summer.
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2025-08-06
1 STORIES2025-05-02
1 STORIESSpring Newsletter 2025
Learn about all the happenings around Blackstone River Valley NHP and Roger Williams National Memorial this spring.
Official NPS source2025-01-16
1 STORIESWinter Newsletter 2025
Read all about the latest updates at Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park and Roger Williams National Memorial
Official NPS source2024-10-23
1 STORIESFall Newsletter 2024
Get all the latest updates on happenings at Roger Williams National Memorial and Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park
Official NPS source2024-09-27
1 STORIESExhibit Opening - Laboring for Freedom
“Laboring for Freedom: African Americans in the Blackstone River Valley” is a collaborative exhibit created by Stages of Freedom staff and the National Park Service. This exhibit highlights the contributions of Black laborers from Providence to Worcester, with a focus on the early decades of industry up through the Civil War.
Official NPS source2024-08-02
1 STORIESSummer Newsletter 2024
Happy summer! Here's our most recent newsletter - find out what's new for summer and fall at Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park and Roger Williams National Memorial!
Official NPS source2024-07-31
1 STORIESRiver Bend East Songwriters Festival
Now in its sixth year, River Bend East Songwriters Festival continues to highlight the best regional songwriting talent found throughout New England. The 2024 River Bend East Songwriters Festival will occur over Labor Day weekend, from Friday, August 30— Saturday, August 31, 2024, at Old Slater Mill National Historic Landmark, 67 Roosevelt Ave., Pawtucket, RI 02860, along the banks of the beautiful Blackstone River. All events are FREE and ample parking is available. Bring chairs and blankets to relax and enjoy; no registration is required.
Official NPS source2024-05-09
1 STORIESSpring Newsletter 2024
Happy spring! Here's our most recent newsletter - find out what's new for spring and summer at Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park and Roger Williams National Memorial!
Official NPS source2024-04-12
1 STORIESFirst Strike Festival at Old Slater Mill – 200 Year Anniversary
On Saturday, May 11, 2024, the public is invited to the First Strike Festival at Old Slater Mill in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. Come for a day of live music, history, and family friendly fun. Hosted at 67 Roosevelt Avenue, Pawtucket, RI, from 12:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M. This is a free event.
Official NPS source2024-02-28
1 STORIESWinter Newsletter 2024
As you will read in this quarterly newsletter, we are gearing up for spring programs and projects as we add several new staff members, thanks to Inflation Reduction Act funding that allows us to temporarily increase our ranks for a few years. We are growing, and we would welcome you growing with us!
Official NPS source2023-12-01
1 STORIESFall Newsletter 2023
Happy holidays, everyone! It’s hard to believe I am already writing the introduction to our fall/early winter/holiday newsletter, since it seems like only a few months ago we were ringing in New Year 2023.
Official NPS source2023-08-03
1 STORIESSummer Newsletter 2023
Happy summer to you all -- what a summer it has been so far! We are celebrating the installation of new interpretive signage in Slatersville. Many thanks to the research and planning of our Interpretation and Education staff and the hard work of our Facilities & Maintenance staff. We have been enjoying public programs with the help of our three dedicated science interns and one archaeology intern.
Official NPS source2023-05-12
1 STORIESSpring Newsletter 2023
Late spring is a wonderful time of year at our two parks, not only because of the colorful flowers and trees blooming in our beautiful landscapes, but also because of the re-opening of visitation at Blackstone River Valley NHP and the many in-person programs and special events we are able to hold for both parks as the weather warms into summer.
Official NPS source2023-02-24
1 STORIESWinter Newsletter 2023
We're happy to report that Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park and Roger Williams National Memorial have been having a very busy winter. Here is our most recent newsletter with updates about what has been happening and some highlights of the upcoming 2023 season. We look forward to see you as the days continue to get longer, the flowers bloom, and the sun warms our afternoons. As always, visit our website and social media for the latest updates. Most sincerely, your National Park Service Staff.
Official NPS source2021-08-05
1 STORIESNational Park Service Hosts Artist Dan Borelli at Slater Mill
Massachusetts artist Dan Borelli will spend the next few months as Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park’s artist in residence. In a project titled, “Illuminating Futures: Blackstone River Valley,” Borelli will gather information from locals around Old Slater Mill to hear stories and create a prototype installation. This proposed lighting installation will raise awareness about water quality and foster stewardship for the Blackstone River. He will be engaging with the public on August 7th, 25th, and September 9th, 11th, and 25th at Old Slater Mill, 67 Roosevelt Avenue.
Official NPS source2021-07-28
1 STORIESSecretary Haaland Signs Boundary Establishment for Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park Boundary designation includes Slater Mill, the birthplace of the American Industrial Revolution
Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland today established the boundaries of Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park, celebrating a significant milestone in the ongoing evolution of a national park that tells the story of the birth of America’s industrialization and its profound impact on society. Secretary Haaland made the announcement in a meeting with members of the Rhode Island congressional delegation today.
Official NPS source2021-03-31
1 STORIESNational Park Service Acquires Old Slater Mill
Pawtucket, R.I. – The National Park Service has acquired the Old Slater Mill National Historic Landmark District. NPS staff, in cooperation with the Old Slater Mill Association, completed the transfer of the property to the Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park this week.
Official NPS source2021-01-05
1 STORIES"Revolution in the Air” Winter Lecture Series 2021
Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park will once again offer its annual winter lecture series discussing the Blackstone Valley’s role as an incubator for revolutionary thought and action. In partnership with the Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor, lectures will be offered virtually using Zoom. This six-part series will cover a variety of topics including labor reform, ethnic religion and politics, the cotton economy, and architecture. Presentations begin on Saturday afternoons at 2:00 PM. Lectures will be offered on January 23, February 6, February 20, March 6, March 20, and April 3. These lectures are free and open to the public. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link. You can register at https://bit.ly/RevolutionInTheAir.
Official NPS source2020-04-15
1 STORIESEric Breitkreutz Named Superintendent of Roger Williams National Memorial, Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park
National Park Service (NPS) Regional Director Gay Vietzke has named William “Eric” Breitkreutz as the new superintendent of Roger Williams National Memorial and the Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park. He will begin his new assignment in late May to early June.
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