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Education

RiverClassroom
Educational programs about the Blackstone River aboard the Blackstone River Explorer or in the classroom. See new 2008 schedule.

ViewFinders Too
Designed to enhance and reinforce basic skills taught through middle school (grades 6-8) curriculum frameworks. More information.

Hands On Learning Experience
The Museum of Work & Culture has partnered with the John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor and the Blackstone Valley Tourism Council to offer a new and exciting “ hands on” educational experience to students in grades 3 to 12. More information (2008 info coming soon).

Elderhostel
Stay tuned for 2006 schedule. More information.

Educator's Guide
View the comprehensive educational guide to the cultural, natural and historic resources throughout the Blackstone Valley.

Blackstone Valley Visitor Center, On the banks of the Blackstone, 175 Main Street, Pawtucket, Rhode Island 02860
1-800-454-BVTC (2882) Local: 401-724-2200 Fax: 401-724-1342 info@tourblackstone.com